Portage Lake Dam
Michigan — Jackson County — Tributary to Portage River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Jackson |
| River | Tributary to Portage River |
| Coordinates | 42.34596, -84.25019 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 400 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 22, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1957 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MDNR Parks & Recreation |
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.