Forest Lake Dam, also known as Wells Creek Dam, is a private dam located in Omer, Michigan, within Arenac County.
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Built in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 48 feet and stretches over a length of 800 feet. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam offers a surface area of 305 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 7,440 acre-feet. Its controlled spillway, 80 feet wide, can handle a maximum discharge of 4,000 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), Forest Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam remains in satisfactory condition, as assessed in May 2020. With a very high risk rating of 1, the dam's emergency action plan was last revised in July 2017, and it meets established guidelines. The dam's location on Wells Creek adds to its importance in managing water resources and climate challenges in the region.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
Wells Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
305 |
Hydraulic Height |
48 |
Drainage Area |
25.8 |
Nid Storage |
7440 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
48 |
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High Banks
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Rapid River
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Maple Highlands
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Island Rapids
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Maple Flats
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Maple Ridge
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