Wheeler Creek Dam

Michigan — Wexford County — Wheeler Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWexford
RiverWheeler Creek
Coordinates44.48333, -85.67000

Physical Characteristics

NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length450 ft
NID Storage1,144 acre-ft
Max Storage1,144 acre-ft
Surface Area105 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 30, 2018
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1965
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLake Gitchegumee Property Own Assn
Other NameBuckley Shores INC. 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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