Dams in Chippewa County, Michigan
12Total Dams
1High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Chippewa County, Michigan
Chippewa County has 12 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 2 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Chippewa County is 72 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Impoundment No.1 at 30 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impoundment No.1 | High | Not Available | 30 | Tailings | |
| Soo Locks | Significant | Not Available | 17 | Navigation | 1921 |
| Christian Service Camp Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 21 | Recreation | 1960 |
| Fletcher Creek Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 21 | Recreation | 1955 |
| Tanny Armstrong Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 16 | Recreation | 1978 |
| Seney A-2 Pool Dam | Low | Poor | 15 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1937 |
| Shelldrake Dam | Low | Fair | 13 | Recreation | 1964 |
| Armstrong No 2 Dam | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Recreation | 1954 |
| Drummond Hunting & Fishing Club Dam | Low | Poor | 10 | Recreation | 1945 |
| Trout Brook Pond Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 9 | Recreation | 1958 |
| Potagannissing Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 7 | Recreation | 1948 |
| Munuscong Bay Dam | Low | Not Rated | 7 | Recreation | 1966 |