Lower Goose Pen Pool Dam, located in Schoolcraft, Michigan, is a Federal-owned structure designed by the USDA Bureau of Agricultural Engineering with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond on Greys Creek.
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Built in 1937, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 470 acre-feet, with a drainage area of 47.44 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition as of the last inspection in August 2018. With a very high risk assessment rating, there are concerns surrounding the structural integrity and safety of the dam. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality regulates the dam, overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure compliance with state regulations.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate may find Lower Goose Pen Pool Dam an intriguing case study due to its historical significance, engineering design, and environmental impact on the surrounding ecosystem. As efforts are made to assess and manage the risks associated with this aging structure, the future of this dam and its role in supporting fish and wildlife habitats will be closely monitored by regulatory agencies and stakeholders in the region.
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
6825 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
GREYS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
47.44 |
Nid Storage |
470 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Manistique River Near Manistique
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1270cfs |
Black River Near Garnet
|
15cfs |
Tahquamenon River Near Paradise
|
823cfs |
Sturgeon River Near Nahma Junction
|
105cfs |
Au Train River At Forest Lake
|
137cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Mead Creek State Forest Campground
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South Manistique Lake State Forest Campground
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Milakokia Lake State Forest Campground
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