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DamHoughton County, Michigan, United States
Otter Lake Diversion Dam
Otter Lake Diversion Dam is a dam impounding Otter Lake in Houghton County, Michigan.
67°F Mostly sunny
3 activities
46.9231°, -88.5517°
Overview
Otter Lake Diversion Dam is a dam that impounds Otter Lake in Houghton County, Michigan. It is a Gravity dam. It stands about 11 feet high. It was completed in 1979. Listed purpose: Recreation Flood & Stormwater.
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)11 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Administration
Managing AgencyMichigan EGLE
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History
Year Built1,979
Location
CountyHoughton
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Location
Michigan
Houghton County
United StatesUS
Current Weather
Updated 4:27 PM67°F
Mostly sunny
Feels like 79°
Wind
5 mph NNW
Humidity
59%
Visibility
22 mi
UV Index
9
5-Day Forecast
Mon
71°
44°
Tue
8%74°
53°
Wed
84%66°
50°
Thu
84%67°
51°
Fri
17%71°
52°
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