Susin Lake Dam, located in Clarkston, Michigan, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Completed in 1945, this earth dam stands at a height of 10.7 feet with a maximum storage capacity of 392 acre-feet. The dam spans 102 feet in length, creating a surface area of 49 acres and serving a drainage area of 2.6 square miles as a tributary to the Clinton River.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Susin Lake Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE). The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 12 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 18 cubic feet per second. In the event of an emergency, the dam's risk assessment is classified as moderate, suggesting a need for risk management measures to ensure public safety and the integrity of the structure. Overall, Susin Lake Dam offers a picturesque recreational retreat while also posing moderate risks that require careful monitoring and oversight.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
102 |
Dam Height |
10.7 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to Clinton River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
49 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
2.6 |
Nid Storage |
443 |
Structural Height |
10.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
Huron River At Milford
|
73cfs |
Clinton River At Auburn Hills
|
122cfs |
Paint Creek At Rochester
|
18cfs |
Kearsley Creek Near Davison
|
12cfs |
River Rouge At Birmingham
|
13cfs |
Stony Creek Near Washington
|
23cfs |