Pontiac’s Beaudette Park Closed for Winter, Ice on Dawson Millpond Deemed Dangerous

Pontiac’s Beaudette Park closed for the winter, ice on Dawson Millpond thought of harmful

(Metropolis of Pontiac, February 8, 2026)

Pontiac, MI – Efficient instantly, the Metropolis of Pontiac has closed Beaudette Park and the gates stay closed. The persistent chilly climate creates unsafe situations on and across the water. Oakland County Water Assets Fee is working to resolve a problem with the dam’s circulation controls. The water ranges are anticipated to get well quickly, however the always altering water ranges make the ice on the lake extraordinarily unstable.

For everybody’s security, please keep off the ice at Mill Dam and across the Dawson Millpond for the rest of the winter season. Ice thickness can range extensively and alter with out warning, creating security hazards. Thanks in your cooperation and endurance!