Located in Schoolcraft, Michigan, the Seney E-1 Pool Dam is a Federal-owned structure regulated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE).
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Completed in 1937, this Earth-type dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond on the Holland Ditch, with a primary purpose of enhancing the local ecosystem. The dam has a hydraulic height of 8 feet and a structural height of 9 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 2414 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 815 acre-feet.
With a drainage area of 42.06 square miles, the Seney E-1 Pool Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and supporting wildlife in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2018 rated it as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential structural improvements. The risk assessment categorizes the dam as having a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource infrastructure for both environmental conservation and climate resilience efforts in the area.
Years Modified |
1952 - Structural, 1953 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
11247 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
HOLLAND DITCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
495 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
42.06 |
Nid Storage |
2414 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
9 |
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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Fox River State Forest Campground
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South Manistique Lake State Forest Campground
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