Lower Mill Dam
Michigan — Cass County — South Branch Dowagiac Creek
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Cass |
| River | South Branch Dowagiac Creek |
| Coordinates | 41.98183, -86.09754 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| NID Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 28, 2016 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1840 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Dowagiac |
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.