Otter Lake Diversion Dam
Michigan — Baraga County — Sturgeon River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Baraga |
| River | Sturgeon River |
| Coordinates | 46.92306, -88.55167 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Length | 197 ft |
| NID Storage | 30,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 30,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 700 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 8, 1989 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1979 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Houghton Co. 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.