Delta Creek Pool Dam, located in Schoolcraft, Michigan, is a Federal-owned structure regulated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.
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Completed in 1937 by the USDA Bureau of Agricultural Engineering, this Earth dam stands at 12 feet in height and spans a length of 4450 feet along Delta Creek. The primary purpose of the dam is to create a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential habitat for aquatic species in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Delta Creek Pool Dam is currently in poor condition, as assessed during the last inspection in August 2018. The dam has a very high risk rating of 1, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has undergone modifications in 1960 to enhance its structural stability, and it features a Controlled spillway type with Other Controlled outlet gates for water flow management.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the ecological significance of dams in supporting local biodiversity and wildlife conservation efforts will find Delta Creek Pool Dam an intriguing case study. As a critical component of the region's water infrastructure, this dam serves as both a flood control measure and a vital habitat for fish and wildlife, showcasing the intersection of human engineering and environmental stewardship in water resource management.
Years Modified |
1960 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
4450 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
DELTA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
5.9 |
Nid Storage |
2416 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Manistique River Near Manistique
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1710cfs |
Black River Near Garnet
|
16cfs |
Sturgeon River Near Nahma Junction
|
105cfs |
Au Train River At Forest Lake
|
137cfs |
Tahquamenon River Near Paradise
|
765cfs |
Escanaba River At Cornell
|
687cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Mead Creek State Forest Campground
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South Manistique Lake State Forest Campground
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Merwin Creek State Forest Campground
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