Lake Contos Dam

Michigan — Gladwin County — Tributary to Cedar River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyGladwin
RiverTributary to Cedar River
Coordinates44.01667, -84.55833

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length750 ft
NID Storage150 acre-ft
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionJuly 12, 2019
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1950
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerGladwin County Drain Commissioner

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.

Back to All Dams More Dams in Michigan