Olga Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Olga Lake Dam, located in Skookum, Michigan, is a federally owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1937, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 8 feet and spans 200 feet in length, holding a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Coe Creek and is regulated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), with regular inspections conducted by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance.

With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Olga Lake Dam poses a moderate risk, as indicated by a rating of 3 on the risk assessment scale. Despite its relatively small drainage area of 1.7 square miles, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 180 cubic feet per second. While the spillway is uncontrolled, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified. The dam's scenic location, coupled with its recreational purpose, makes it a significant landmark in the region for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.

Year Completed

1937

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

8

River Or Stream

Coe Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

68

Hydraulic Height

8

Drainage Area

1.7

Nid Storage

220

Structural Height

8

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

8
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.