Ford Dam
Michigan — Baraga County — Plumbago Creek
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Baraga |
| River | Plumbago Creek |
| Coordinates | 46.64462, -88.47911 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 1, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1936 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Michigan Technological University |
| Other Name | Plumbago Dam |
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.