Gene's Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gene's Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 86.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 3,360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 730 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00082 |
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
MDNR Fisheries
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gene's Pond Dam?
Gene's 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 Gene's Pond Dam?
Gene's Pond Dam is owned by MDNR Fisheries (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gene's Pond Dam built?
Gene's Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Gene's Pond Dam?
Gene's 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 Gene's Pond Dam?
Gene's Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Gene's Pond Dam last inspected?
Gene's Pond Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.