Outlaw Pond

Tributary to Wilbur Creek· Alcona, Michigan· Built 1996· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Outlaw Pond is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 32.7% in MI)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDMI00998

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: December 10, 1996
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

Huron-Manistee National Forests

Federal Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Outlaw Pond?

Outlaw Pond 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 Outlaw Pond?

Outlaw Pond is owned by Huron-Manistee National Forests (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Outlaw Pond built?

Outlaw Pond was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Outlaw Pond?

Outlaw Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Outlaw Pond?

Outlaw Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Outlaw Pond last inspected?

Outlaw Pond was last inspected on December 10, 1996. 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.