Lower Dam
Michigan — Houghton County — E Br Ontonagon River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Houghton |
| River | E Br Ontonagon River |
| Coordinates | 46.45500, -88.78333 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| NID Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 10, 2007 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1965 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USDA Forest Service |
| Other Name | Lower Falls Dam |
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.