Simpson Dam

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateMichigan
CountyIosco
Nearest CityOscoda
River/StreamTrib to Etton Creek
Coordinates44.50833, -83.37291

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage120 acre-ft
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge130 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerJohn Simpson
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/31/2015
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDMI00832
Federal IDMI00832
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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