Davis Dam dam
Davis Dam
Davis Dam, located in Mio, Michigan, along the Honeywell Creek, serves as a key recreational spot with its primary purpose being for leisure activities. This earth dam, standing at a height of 17 feet with a length of 50 feet, was completed in 1900 and offers a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition. However, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and functionality.
Managed by a private entity, Davis Dam boasts an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 1 foot, allowing for a maximum discharge of 60 cubic feet per second. The dam's location in Oscoda County, Michigan, contributes to its appeal as a recreational destination, offering a surface area of 4 acres for visitors to enjoy. Although not regulated by the state, the dam remains a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to explore the natural beauty of the surrounding area.
Overall, Davis Dam presents an intriguing blend of history and leisure, with its century-old structure standing as a testament to engineering ingenuity. As a focal point for outdoor activities in the region, the dam continues to attract visitors with its serene surroundings and ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. For those interested in water resources and climate, Davis Dam provides a unique perspective on the intersection of human infrastructure and natural landscapes, making it a must-visit destination for enthusiasts in the field.
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 Davis Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Au Sable River At Mio | 1,330 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Red Oak | 1,370 cfs | → |
| South Branch Au Sable River Near Luzerne | 338 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Mc Kinley | 1,750 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Curtisville | 1,650 cfs | → |
| Pigeon R At Sturgeon Valley Rd Near Vanderbilt | 95 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Davis Dam.
Boat launches
- Reber Road Comins Township
- Evans Road Mentor Township
- Mccollum Lake Road Clinton Township
- Federal Route 4001 Mitchell Township
- Balsam Road 6998, Charlton Township
- Houghton Creek Road Foster Township
Campgrounds
- Mio Pond State Forest Campground And Group Camp
- Muskrat Lake Campground
- Au Sable Loop Campground And Day Use Area
- River Dune Campground
- Parmalee Bridge State Forest Campground
- Meadow Springs Campground
Fishing spots
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About Davis Dam
Where does the data for Davis 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 Davis Dam.