Clayton Dam

Michigan — Newaygo County — Michigan Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyNewaygo
RiverMichigan Creek
Coordinates43.68475, -85.86437

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length170 ft
NID Storage200 acre-ft
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionJune 9, 2017
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1955
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLeonard Kurello

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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