Marsh Creek Pool Dam, located in Schoolcraft, Michigan, is a federal-owned structure designed by the USDA Bureau of Agricultural Engineering in 1937.
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The dam, standing at 10 feet high with a length of 28,800 feet, serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond on Marsh Creek. It is regulated and inspected by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, with a low hazard potential but rated as in poor condition during its last assessment in 2018. Despite its age, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a storage capacity of 16,406 acre-feet and a controlled spillway to handle a maximum discharge of 1,860 cubic feet per second.
The dam has been modified in 1960 for structural improvements, and its primary purpose remains the support of fish and wildlife habitat in the region. With a very high risk rating of 1, there are no Emergency Action Plans in place, and the condition assessment raises concerns about its current state. Although the dam is not managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, its significance in the local ecosystem and water management cannot be overstated. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of structures like Marsh Creek Pool Dam are essential for sustainable environmental stewardship and the protection of wildlife in the area.
Years Modified |
1960 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
28800 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
MARSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
67.3 |
Nid Storage |
16406 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
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1710cfs |
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16cfs |
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