Lake Orion Dam
Michigan — Oakland County — Paint Creek
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Oakland |
| River | Paint Creek |
| Coordinates | 42.78333, -83.24000 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 470 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 23, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1829 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Village of Lake Orion |
| Other Name | Michigan Central 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.