Birch Lake Dam
Michigan — Mecosta County — Long Lake Outlet
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Mecosta |
| River | Long Lake Outlet |
| Coordinates | 43.77083, -85.29028 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | May 28, 2002 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1985 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | John Chaput |
| Other Name | Upper Roethlisberger |
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.