Gray's Creek Raised Grade Dam, located in Schoolcraft, Michigan, was completed in 1978 by the USDA Bureau of Agricultural Engineering for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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The dam, standing at a height of 11 feet, has a hydraulic height of 9 feet and a structural height of 9 feet, with a length of 620 feet. It holds a storage capacity of 1725 acre-feet and is situated on Gray's Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with the last inspection in July 2018 revealing the need for structural modifications. The dam's risk assessment is classified as very high, signaling potential vulnerabilities that require mitigation measures. With the primary source agency being the DOI FWS, the dam's management and maintenance are crucial for ensuring the safety of the surrounding area and the preservation of its ecological functions as a habitat for fish and wildlife.
Years Modified |
2004 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
GRAY'S CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.72 |
Nid Storage |
1725 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
Manistique River Near Manistique
|
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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Fox River State Forest Campground
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