Davisburg Trout Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Davisburg, Michigan, the Davisburg Trout Pond Dam is a gravity dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 1951, this dam on the Shiawassee River stands at a height of 12 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11.6 feet. With a length of 126 feet and a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet, the dam serves as a popular spot for fishing and other recreational activities.

Managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, the Davisburg Trout Pond Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 18 feet, and it has a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed as being in satisfactory condition. In the event of an emergency, the dam has established risk management measures to mitigate potential risks.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Davisburg Trout Pond Dam offers not only a picturesque setting for outdoor activities but also a fascinating example of engineering and regulatory oversight. With its moderate risk assessment and history of safe operation, this dam serves as a vital component of the local ecosystem and provides valuable recreational opportunities for the community.

Year Completed

1951

Dam Length

126

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

Shiawassee River

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

11.6

Drainage Area

6

Nid Storage

145

Structural Height

12

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

12
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.