Midget Lake Dam

Tributary to Stronach Creek· Lake, Michigan· Concrete· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Midget Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI)
Dam Length46 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMI00888

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 25, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

Twin Lakes Property Owners Assoc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Midget Lake Dam?

Midget 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 Midget Lake Dam?

Midget Lake Dam is owned by Twin Lakes Property Owners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Midget Lake Dam?

Midget 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 Midget Lake Dam?

Midget Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Midget Lake Dam last inspected?

Midget Lake Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2019. 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.