Engle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Engle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 26.9% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00291 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Wayne Greene
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Engle Pond Dam?
Engle Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Engle Pond Dam?
Engle Pond Dam is owned by Wayne Greene (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Engle Pond Dam built?
Engle Pond Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Engle Pond Dam?
Engle Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Engle Pond Dam?
Engle Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Engle Pond Dam last inspected?
Engle Pond Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.