Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond)
Key Takeaway
Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) is classified as significant hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 83.2% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 77 acres |
| Drainage Area | 132 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00248 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Village of Milford
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond)?
Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond)?
Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) is owned by Village of Milford (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) built?
Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond)?
Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) 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 Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond)?
Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) has a dam height of 25 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 Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) last inspected?
Ford Dam #3 (Hubbell Pond) was last inspected on April 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.