Portage Plant Dam
Michigan — St. Joseph County — Portage River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | St. Joseph |
| River | Portage River |
| Coordinates | 41.95667, -85.62500 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,116 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 2, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1922 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Portage Power Company |
| Other Name | Boy's 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.