Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:31 PM — under 2h
- Water level
- 1.81 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on West Branch Escanaba R
Updated 17 min agoSource: USGS station 04058100 — MIDDLE BRANCH ESCANABA RIVER NR PRINCETON, MI · 13.2 mi from West Branch Escanaba R
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Lower Dam SFCG
| Location | West Branch Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | West Branch Escanaba R |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 46.187036, -87.661338 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Dickinson County |
Lower Dam SFCG is a public boat launch providing access to West Branch Escanaba R in West Branch Township, Michigan at coordinates 46.18704, -87.66134. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Lower Dam SFCG is a public boat launch on West Branch Escanaba R in West Branch Township, Dickinson County, Michigan. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. Facility details on record include managed by: DNR-FRD. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near West Branch Township • public launch in Dickinson County • fishing access on West Branch Escanaba R • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Managed By | DNR-FRD |
|---|
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lower Dam SFCG
Is Lower Dam SFCG free to use?
Yes, Lower Dam SFCG is a public boat launch with free access in West Branch Township, Michigan.
What water does Lower Dam SFCG access?
Lower Dam SFCG provides boat launch access to West Branch Escanaba R in West Branch Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Lower Dam SFCG?
Lower Dam SFCG is located at coordinates 46.187036, -87.661338 in West Branch Township, Michigan. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 7.1 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.