Bear Trap Dam

Michigan — Iron County — North Branch Paint River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyIron
RiverNorth Branch Paint River
Coordinates46.29500, -88.92000

Physical Characteristics

NID Height7 ft
Dam Height7 ft
Dam Length250 ft
NID Storage655 acre-ft
Max Storage655 acre-ft
Surface Area318 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionJanuary 1, 1901
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1885
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerMr. and Mrs. Richard Gilleylen

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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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