Lake Ogemaw Dam

Michigan — Ogemaw County — Peterson Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyOgemaw
RiverPeterson Creek
Coordinates44.24654, -84.06382

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length570 ft
NID Storage6,800 acre-ft
Max Storage6,800 acre-ft
Surface Area410 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 26, 2020
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1964
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLake Ogemaw Summer Resort Assn
Other NamePeterson Creek Impoundment

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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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