Spring Creek Trout Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Curtis, Michigan, the Spring Creek Trout Pond Dam is a state-owned structure designed for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet, with a hydraulic height of 14 feet. Serving as a reservoir on Spring Creek, the dam has a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 80 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 6 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of 2017. The spillway, measuring 9 feet in width, is uncontrolled in nature. With the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE) overseeing its regulation, inspection, and enforcement, the dam is subject to state jurisdiction and permitting requirements, ensuring its safety and compliance with standards. As a popular spot for fishing and outdoor recreation, the Spring Creek Trout Pond Dam remains a vital part of the local landscape, offering both leisure and ecological benefits to the community.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

133

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

Spring Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

2.3

Nid Storage

80

Structural Height

16

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

16
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.