Matteson Lake Level Control Structure
Matteson Lake Level Control Structure is an earth dam located in Branch County, Michigan, built in 1966. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Matteson Lake Level Control Structure
The primary purpose of Matteson Lake Level Control Structure is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Branch County Drain Commissioner (private). It impounds the Little Swan Creek near Matteson.
The dam stands 7 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 256 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 245 acre-feet. Completed in 1966, the structure is well into its service life at over 50 years old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 11/12/2020.
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Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Branch |
| Nearest City | Matteson |
| River/Stream | Little Swan Creek |
| Coordinates | 41.92306, -85.22778 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 3 ft |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 256 acres |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Branch County Drain Commissioner |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 11/12/2020 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MI01929 |
| Federal ID | MI01929 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |