Otter Lake Dam
Michigan — Houghton County — Sturgeon River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Houghton |
| River | Sturgeon River |
| Coordinates | 46.92972, -88.55361 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 145 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,272 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,272 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 935 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | June 13, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Houghton County |
| Other Name | Sturgeon River 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.