Pontiac Lake Dam

Michigan — Oakland County — Huron River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyOakland
RiverHuron River
Coordinates42.66167, -83.45167

Physical Characteristics

NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length5,750 ft
NID Storage7,400 acre-ft
Max Storage7,400 acre-ft
Surface Area640 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 5, 2019
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1920
Primary PurposeOther
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerOakland County WRC
Other NamePontiac Lake 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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