Shelldrake Dam
Michigan — Chippewa County — Betsy River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Chippewa |
| River | Betsy River |
| Coordinates | 46.71111, -85.06556 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,168 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 9, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1964 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MDNR Fisheries |
Location Map
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.