Halfway Lake Dam

Tributary to Auger Creek· Luce, Michigan· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Halfway Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage235 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area61 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDMI01477

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 13, 1990
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

George Scheer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Halfway Lake Dam?

Halfway 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 Halfway Lake Dam?

Halfway Lake Dam is owned by George Scheer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Halfway Lake Dam?

Halfway 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 Halfway Lake Dam last inspected?

Halfway Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.