Dayton Lake Dam
Michigan — Berrien County — Galien River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Berrien |
| River | Galien River |
| Coordinates | 41.79646, -86.44208 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,170 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 128 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 23, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1833 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Berrien County Drain Commissioner |
| Other Name | Dayton Mill 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.