Devoe Lake Dam dam
Devoe Lake Dam
Devoe Lake Dam, located in Selkirk, Michigan, is a state-owned gravity dam constructed in 1963 for the primary purpose of recreation. The dam stands at a height of 8 feet with a hydraulic height of 5.8 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 185 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 533 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 49 feet and has a surface area of 116 acres, serving as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Devoe Lake Dam is deemed to have a moderate risk level based on a rating of 3. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam features a spillway with a width of 24 feet to manage excess water flow. The dam is situated on the Rifle River - Old Channel, within the Ogemaw County in Michigan, providing a scenic backdrop for visitors to enjoy the recreational opportunities offered by the reservoir created by the dam.
Although not regulated by the state or federal agencies, Devoe Lake Dam remains a vital structure for both water resource management and climate enthusiasts. Its historical significance, along with its contribution to the local ecosystem and recreational activities, makes it a noteworthy site for those interested in the intersection of water resources and environmental conservation.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Devoe Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Au Sable River Near Curtisville | 1,600 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Mc Kinley | 1,670 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River At Mio | 1,290 cfs | → |
| Rifle River Near Sterling | 352 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Red Oak | 1,350 cfs | → |
| South Branch Au Sable River Near Luzerne | 350 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Devoe Lake Dam.
⚓ Boat launches
- Ranch Road Cumming Township
- Ridge Road Cumming Township
- Sage Lake Road 1902, Cumming Township
- George Lake Boat Launch
- Houghton Creek Road Foster Township
- Thompson's Landing River Access
⛺ Campgrounds
- Rifle River-Devoe Lake Rustic
- Rifle River-Ranch Rustic
- Rifle River-Spruce Rustic
- Ogemaw Sport And Trail Center – Motocross And Atv Campground
- Paul Bunyan Scout Reservation
- Ambrose Lake State Forest Campground
Track Devoe Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Devoe Lake Dam
Where does the data for Devoe Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Devoe Lake Dam.