Forest Lake Dam

Michigan — Arenac County — Wells Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyArenac
RiverWells Creek
Coordinates44.12167, -84.05833

Physical Characteristics

NID Height48 ft
Dam Height48 ft
Dam Length800 ft
NID Storage7,440 acre-ft
Max Storage7,440 acre-ft
Surface Area305 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 19, 2020
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1971
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerForest Lake Property Owners Assoc.
Other NameWells Creek Dam

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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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