Lake Dubonnet Dam dam
Lake Dubonnet Dam
Lake Dubonnet Dam, also known as Mud Lake Dam, is a state-owned earth dam located in Lake Ann, Michigan, along the Platte River. Completed in 1956, this recreational dam stands at a height of 12.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet, with a storage capacity of 3,170 acre-feet and a surface area of 645 acres. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities.
Managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, the Lake Dubonnet Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam has a low hazard potential and was last inspected in October 2015, with a satisfactory condition assessment. While the risk assessment is moderate, the dam meets guidelines and has emergency preparedness measures in place, indicating a commitment to managing any potential risks associated with the structure.
With its picturesque location in Grand Traverse County, Michigan, the Lake Dubonnet Dam serves as a popular recreational destination for locals and visitors alike. Its serene waters and surrounding natural beauty make it a haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to enjoy outdoor activities in a tranquil setting. As a well-maintained and regulated structure, the dam provides both safety and enjoyment for those who appreciate the importance of sustainable water resource management and environmental conservation.
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 Lake Dubonnet Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Platte River At Honor | 160 cfs | → |
| Manistee River Near Sherman | 1,310 cfs | → |
| Boardman R Above Brown Bridge Road Nr Mayfield | 176 cfs | → |
| Manistee River Near Mesick | 1,450 cfs | → |
| Manistee River Near Wellston | 2,120 cfs | → |
| Pine River At High School Bridge Nr Hoxeyville | 231 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Dubonnet Dam.
Boat launches
- Lake Ann Launch Site Road Almira Township
- Bronson Lake Access Almira Township
- Herendeen Lake Access Almira Township
- Fishing Site Road 6998, Long Lake Township
- Stevens Lake Boat Launch Almira Township
- Silver Lake Public Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp - State Forest
- Lake Ann State Forest Campground
- Interlochen Green Lake Rustic Campground
- Grass Lake State Forest Campground
- Platte River State Forest Campground
- Garey Lake Trail Camp - State Forest
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Southern Boundary Of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore To Mouth At Lake Michigan
- Southeastern Boundary Of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore To Northwetern Boundary Of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
- Kings Road Bridge (2 Miles West Of Town Of Luther In T19n, R12w To Slackwater Of The State Fish Weir In T21n, R16w
Track Lake Dubonnet 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 Lake Dubonnet Dam
Where does the data for Lake Dubonnet 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 Lake Dubonnet Dam.