Nichwagh Lake Dam

Michigan — Livingston County — Tributary to Huron River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyLivingston
RiverTributary to Huron River
Coordinates42.45167, -83.69500

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length205 ft
NID Storage1,700 acre-ft
Max Storage1,700 acre-ft
Surface Area130 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 1, 2018
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1830
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLivingston County Drain Commissione
Other NameRushton Mill Pond 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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