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DamKalamazoo County, Michigan, United States
Knappen Milling Co Lower Dam
Knappen Milling Co Lower Dam is a dam in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.
65°F Mostly cloudy
3 activities
42.3350°, -85.3500°
Overview
Knappen Milling Co Lower Dam is a dam in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. It is a Earth dam. It stands about 8 feet high. It was completed in 1840. Listed purpose: Other.
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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Dam Data5 / 12 fields
Dam Data
5 / 12 fieldsPhysical
Dam Height(ft)8 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Administration
Managing AgencyMichigan EGLE
General
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History
Year Built1,840
Location
CountyKalamazoo
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North Country Trail (LP) (Fort Custer State Recreation Area west of proposed bridge)
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Kalamazoo River
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Eagle Lake Dam
Fort Custer Equestrian Trail
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Location
Michigan
Kalamazoo County
United StatesUS
Current Weather
Updated 3:44 PM65°F
Mostly cloudy
Feels like 68°
Wind
6 mph NE
Humidity
74%
Visibility
10 mi
UV Index
3
5-Day Forecast
Mon
25%78°
52°
Tue
4%75°
51°
Wed
65%75°
61°
Thu
84%77°
55°
Fri
13%76°
58°
Activities
Walking
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Fishing
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