Varvil Dam
Michigan — Marquette County — Sawmill Creek
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Marquette |
| River | Sawmill Creek |
| Coordinates | 46.70000, -87.59167 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| NID Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | January 1, 1901 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1966 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Dana Varvil |
| Other Name | Lake Dana 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.