Baw Beese Lake Dam
Michigan — Hillsdale County — St. Joseph River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Hillsdale |
| River | St. Joseph River |
| Coordinates | 41.91000, -84.61583 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,950 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,950 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 475 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 2, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1979 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Hillsdale County Drain Commissioner |
| Other Name | Baw Beese Lake Level Control 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.