Orchard Lake Dam
Michigan — Oakland County — Orchard Lake Outlet
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Oakland |
| River | Orchard Lake Outlet |
| Coordinates | 42.59722, -83.37111 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 25 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,400 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 850 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | November 26, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1968 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Oakland County Drain Commissioner |
| Other Name | Orchard Lake Overflow |
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.