Carp River Dam
Michigan — Marquette County — Carp River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Marquette |
| River | Carp River |
| Coordinates | 46.53333, -87.66333 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| NID Storage | 26,140 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 26,140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 897 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 14, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1942 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Cleveland Cliffs Iron Company |
| Other Name | Deer Lake 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.