Peterson Pond Dam dam
Peterson Pond Dam
Peterson Pond Dam, located in Cedar River, Michigan, serves as a vital structure for recreational purposes along the Devils Creek. Built in 1900, this earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet and stretches 540 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet for the surrounding area. With a surface area of 20 acres and a drainage area of 10.1 square miles, the dam offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite being categorized with a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Peterson Pond Dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 67 feet, allowing for proper water discharge during times of excess flow. Managed by the state of Michigan, this dam remains a key feature in the region, offering a moderate risk assessment level of 3 and serving as a testament to the importance of water resource management in the area.
For those interested in water resource management and climate conservation, Peterson Pond Dam stands as a historical landmark in Menominee, Michigan. With its peaceful surroundings and recreational opportunities, this earth dam provides a glimpse into the rich history and importance of water infrastructure in the region. From its construction in 1900 to its regular inspections and maintenance, Peterson Pond Dam continues to play a crucial role in water management and environmental stewardship for the community and beyond.
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 Peterson Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Menominee River At Koss | 3,690 cfs | → |
| Menominee River Near Mc Allister | 3,440 cfs | → |
| Menominee River At White Rapids Dam Near Banat | 2,950 cfs | → |
| Menominee River Below Pemene Creek Near Pembine | 2,660 cfs | → |
| Ford River Near Hyde | 380 cfs | → |
| Menominee River Near Vulcan | 2,480 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Peterson Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Cedar River State Harbor
- Orley Lane No 18.70 Stephenson Township
- Club Lane Ingallston Township
- Grand Rapids Flowage -- Access Grand Rapids Rd
- South 4 Road Lake Township
- County Road 356 Lake Township
Campgrounds
- Cedar River North State Forest Campground
- Welcker's
- North Nicolet Bay
- South Nicolet Bay
- Tennison Bay
- Evergreen City Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Sec 12/13 Line, T35n, R16e To Forest Boundary In Sec 24, T35n, R16e
- Confluence With Armstrong Creek To Sec 12/13 Line, T35n, R16e
- West Branch From Source In Sec 26, T46n, R23 W To Junction With County Road 444
- 1/4 Mile Upstream From Evans Bridge To Confluence With Armstrong Creek
- Forest Road 2398 To Eastern Forest Boundary
- 1/4 Mile Downstream From Ccc Bridge To 1/4 Mile Upstream From Evans Bridge
Track Peterson Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Peterson Pond Dam
Where does the data for Peterson Pond 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 Peterson Pond Dam.