Fish Point Pond C Dam

Tributary to Lake Huron· Tuscola, Michigan· Built 1963· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Fish Point Pond C Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI)
Dam Length14,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage740 acre-ft
Surface Area464 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDMI01859

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 12, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MDNR Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fish Point Pond C Dam?

Fish Point Pond C 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 Fish Point Pond C Dam?

Fish Point Pond C Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fish Point Pond C Dam built?

Fish Point Pond C Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Fish Point Pond C Dam?

Fish Point Pond C Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Fish Point Pond C Dam?

Fish Point Pond C Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Fish Point Pond C Dam last inspected?

Fish Point Pond C Dam was last inspected on December 12, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.