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DamCrawford County, Michigan, United States

Big Bradford Lake Level Control Structure

Big Bradford Lake Level Control Structure is a dam impounding Big Bradford Lake in Crawford County, Michigan.

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47°F Mostly clear

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44.8550°, -84.7150°

Overview

Big Bradford Lake Level Control Structure is a dam that impounds Big Bradford Lake in Crawford County, Michigan. It is a Earth Gravity dam. It stands about 7 feet high. It was completed in 1979. Listed purpose: Recreation.

Dams shape Michigan's rivers, creating impoundments that support shoreline fishing, paddling and scenery while also affecting water flow and fish passage. This structure is documented in the Michigan Dam Inventory and regulated by the state (EGLE). Stay behind all safety barriers and heed posted restrictions near the dam and its spillway. Related places list the river and nearby waters.

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Physical

Dam Height(ft)7 ft

Dam TypeEarth Gravity

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Managing AgencyMichigan EGLE

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History

Year Built1,979

Location

CountyCrawford

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Boat Launch0.4 mi

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Boat Launch0.7 mi

N. Old 27 (Otsego/Crawford County Line to Passenheim Rd./RR xing.)

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Location

Michigan

Crawford County

United StatesUS

Current Weather

Updated 9:20 AM

47°F

Mostly clear

Feels like 51°

Wind

1.7 mph NNW

Humidity

99%

Visibility

5 mi

UV Index

1

5-Day Forecast

Tue 72° 47°

Wed 73%66° 56°

Thu 85%68° 50°

Fri 8%75° 52°

Sat 9%78° 54°

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Wildlife Photography Fishing Walking

Added Jun 21, 2026

Michigan DNR: MI00332

Sources: Michigan DNR