Nichwagh Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyLivingston
Nearest CityRushton
River/StreamTributary to Huron River
Coordinates42.45167, -83.69500

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length205 ft
Year Completed1830 (196 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,700 acre-ft
Max Storage1,700 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area130 acres
Drainage Area18 sq mi
Max Discharge732 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLivingston County Drain Commissione
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/01/2018
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00598
Federal IDMI00598
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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