Gooseneck Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Gooseneck Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 175 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00483 |
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
Houghton County Airport
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gooseneck Creek Dam?
Gooseneck Creek 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 Gooseneck Creek Dam?
Gooseneck Creek Dam is owned by Houghton County Airport (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gooseneck Creek Dam built?
Gooseneck Creek Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Gooseneck Creek Dam?
Gooseneck Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gooseneck Creek Dam?
Gooseneck Creek Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Gooseneck Creek Dam last inspected?
Gooseneck Creek Dam was last inspected on June 20, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.