Clayton Dam, located in Woodland Park, Michigan, is a private dam constructed in 1955 primarily for recreational purposes along the Michigan Creek.
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Standing at a height of 10 feet and a length of 170 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a surface area of 25 acres. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), with regular inspections conducted every five years.
Situated within the Chicago District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Clayton Dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 8 feet. Although it has not undergone any significant modifications since its completion, the dam's risk assessment is categorized as moderate. The dam is not associated with any federal agencies for funding, design, construction, or operations, and is solely owned and managed by a private entity. With its picturesque location in Newaygo County, Michigan, Clayton Dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers to enjoy various recreational activities while appreciating the beauty of the surrounding landscape.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
170 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Michigan Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Drainage Area |
2.9 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Muskegon River Near Croton
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1260cfs |
Little Muskegon River Near Oak Grove
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164cfs |
White River Near Whitehall
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258cfs |
Pere Marquette River At Scottville
|
459cfs |
Bear Creek Near Muskegon
|
6cfs |
East Branch Pine River Near Tustin
|
12cfs |
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Benton Lake
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Benton Lake Campground
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Indian Lake
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Shelley Lake Campground
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Nichols Lake
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Nichols Lake South Campground
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