Northland Properties Dam #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Northland Properties Dam #1, located in Cheboygan, Michigan, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 2001 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 9.2 feet and spans a length of 1302 feet. It holds a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 65 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 27 acres.

The dam, situated on the tributary Black Mallard River, is regulated by the Michigan DEGLE and undergoes state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of 2012, Northland Properties Dam #1 poses a moderate risk level. Although uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates are in place, the dam has not been modified in recent years and has no associated locks.

Northland Properties Dam #1 serves as a vital recreational asset in the region, offering opportunities for activities such as boating, fishing, and wildlife observation. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the careful design and maintenance of this dam, ensuring its safety and functionality for both the local community and the environment.

Year Completed

2001

Dam Length

1302

Dam Height

9.2

River Or Stream

Tributary Black Mallard River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

27

Hydraulic Height

9.2

Nid Storage

119

Structural Height

9.2

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

9
       
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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.