Stanton Lake Dam dam
Stanton Lake Dam
Stanton Lake Dam, located in Belding, Michigan, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in the state. Completed in 1970, this private dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene lake setting for visitors to enjoy. With a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 352 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in regulating the water flow of County Drain #112 and covering a surface area of 42 acres.
Managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, Stanton Lake Dam has been assessed to be in fair condition with a low hazard potential. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam continues to operate efficiently, with regular inspections conducted every five years to ensure its structural integrity. With a spillway width of 21 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 374 cubic feet per second, the dam stands ready to handle any potential emergencies.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Stanton Lake Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems. Its presence not only provides recreational opportunities but also showcases the importance of sustainable water management practices in maintaining the ecological balance of the surrounding area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Stanton Lake Dam play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and wildlife habitats against potential risks and challenges.
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 Stanton Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fish Creek Near Crystal | 28 cfs | → |
| Grand River At Ionia | 1,560 cfs | → |
| Little Muskegon River Near Oak Grove | 212 cfs | → |
| Rogue River Near Rockford | 219 cfs | → |
| Muskegon River Near Croton | 2,550 cfs | → |
| Maple River At Maple Rapids | 146 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stanton Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Sutherland Drive Northwest 180, Douglass Township
- Midway Walk 399, Belvidere Township
- Belvidere Township
- North Shore Drive 427, Crystal
- Silk City Nature Trail Belding
- Whitefish Lake Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Bass Beach Campground
- Camp Greenwood
- Wabasis Lake County Park
- Blanchard Millpond Park
- Canadian Lakes Campground
- School Section Lake Park
Fishing spots
- Bostwick Lake
- Baptist Lake
- Deerfield County Park Swimming Pond
- Flat River
- Little Pine Island Lake
- Lake To The Hills
Paddle runs
- Morley Dam In T13n, R10w To Croton Dam Pond In T12n, R11w
- Croton Dam In T12n, R11w To City Of Newaygo In T12n, R12w
- South Branch From Forest Boundary East Of Hesperia At West Section Line Of Sec 22, T14n, R14w To Echo Drive In Sec 6, T13n, R12w
- North Branch From Its Confluence With South Branch In Sec 22, T13n, R16 W To Mclaren Lake In Sec 11, T14n, R15w
Track Stanton Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Stanton Lake Dam
Where does the data for Stanton 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 Stanton Lake Dam.