Sanford Dam

Michigan — Midland County — Tittawabassee River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyMidland
RiverTittawabassee River
Coordinates43.67721, -84.38012

Physical Characteristics

NID Height36 ft
Dam Height36 ft
Dam Length1,600 ft
NID Storage15,000 acre-ft
Max Storage15,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1,526 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 16, 2021
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1925
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerMidland County

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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.

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