Shagpoke Dam, located in Alcona, Michigan, is a federal-owned structure managed by the Forest Service with the primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Constructed in 2001, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 364 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. The dam is designed to regulate the flow of the TRIB-WILBUR CREEK, providing essential habitat for aquatic wildlife in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Shagpoke Dam is subject to regular state inspections, permit requirements, and enforcement measures by the Michigan DEGLE. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there are currently no specific risk management measures in place for the dam. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has a surface area of 25 acres, serving as a vital resource for the local ecosystem. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the ecological significance of Shagpoke Dam in sustaining the biodiversity of the region and supporting various fish and wildlife populations.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
364 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB-WILBUR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Au Sable River Near Curtisville
|
937cfs |
Au Sable River Near Mc Kinley
|
931cfs |
Au Sable River Near Au Sable
|
991cfs |
Au Sable River At Mio
|
745cfs |
Au Sable River Near Red Oak
|
633cfs |
Thunder Bay River At Herron Road Near Bolton
|
365cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Pine River Campground
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071D
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070D
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Horseshoe Lake Campground and Boat Launch
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Horseshoe Lake Campground
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Jewell Lake Campground
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