Winchester Dam
Michigan — Mecosta County — W Br Chippewa River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Mecosta |
| River | W Br Chippewa River |
| Coordinates | 43.71837, -85.18300 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Length | 362 ft |
| NID Storage | 7,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,420 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 13, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MDNR Wildlife |
| Other Name | Martiny Lakes Wildlife Flooding |
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.