Dams in Osceola County, Michigan
9Total Dams
0High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Osceola County, Michigan
Osceola County has 9 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Osceola County is 69 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Lake Lure Dam at 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion Dam | Significant | Poor | 12 | Recreation | 1893 |
| Lake Lure Dam | Low | Fair | 21 | Recreation | 1960 |
| Nartron Dam | Low | Not Rated | 17 | Recreation | 1956 |
| Negaunee Lake Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 16 | Recreation | |
| Thompson's Pond Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 15 | Recreation | 1970 |
| Lower Lake Miramichi Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 14 | Recreation | 1961 |
| Lake Miramichi Dam (upper) | Low | Satisfactory | 13 | Recreation | 1969 |
| Woods Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 12 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1960 |
| Big Lake Level Control Dam | Low | Not Rated | 11 | Other | 1982 |