Dog Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dog Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 830 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 520 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00492 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MDNR Wildlife
State Government
Nearby Dams
Cornwall Creek Dam
Cheboygan, MI
High Hazard 33 ftEcho Lake Dam
Cheboygan, MI
Low Hazard 16 ftStony Creek Dam
Cheboygan, MI
Low Hazard 12 ftTower
Cheboygan, MI
Low Hazard 29 ftKleber
Cheboygan, MI
Low Hazard 46 ftGolden Lotus Dam
Otsego, MI
Low Hazard 22 ftFoch Lakes Dam
Montmorency, MI
Low Hazard 13 ftWildwood Lake Dam
Cheboygan, MI
High Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dog Lake Dam?
Dog Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dog Lake Dam?
Dog Lake Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dog Lake Dam built?
Dog Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Dog Lake Dam?
Dog Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dog Lake Dam?
Dog Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Dog Lake Dam last inspected?
Dog Lake Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.