Dams in Ontonagon County, Michigan
10Total Dams
2High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Ontonagon County, Michigan
Ontonagon County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Ontonagon County is 78 years old. The most common purpose is tailings. The tallest dam is Victoria at 210 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria | High | Satisfactory | 210 | Hydroelectric | 1930 |
| Bond Falls Control Dam | High | Satisfactory | 40 | Hydroelectric | 1938 |
| White Pine Mine North Tailings Dam #2 | Significant | Satisfactory | 75 | Tailings | 1971 |
| Trout Creek Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 12 | Recreation | 1899 |
| White Pine Mine North Tailings Dam #1 | Low | Satisfactory | 30 | Tailings | 1970 |
| Sucker Creek Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 15 | Hydroelectric | |
| Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 11 | Other | 1983 |
| Bergland Dam | Low | Not Rated | 8 | Other | 1906 |
| Kitchin Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 7 | Recreation | 1973 |
| Copper Range Company Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 70 | Tailings | 1958 |