Lake Lancer Dam

Gladwin County, Michigan (near Wooden Shoe Village)

River/Stream: Sugar River

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
36 ft
Dam Length
7,175 ft
Reservoir Storage
17,500 acre-ft
Year Completed
1976
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
14,900 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2019-10-17

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MI00471
State
Michigan (MI)
Coordinates
44.11333, -84.44500
Age
50 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.