Henkin Pond Dam

Tributary to Freeman Creek· Newaygo, Michigan· Built 1966· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Henkin Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 63.6% in MI)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge36 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDMI01759

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: June 5, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Steve F Pagura

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Henkin Pond Dam?

Henkin 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 Henkin Pond Dam?

Henkin Pond Dam is owned by Steve F Pagura (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Henkin Pond Dam built?

Henkin Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Henkin Pond Dam?

Henkin 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 Henkin Pond Dam?

Henkin Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Henkin Pond Dam last inspected?

Henkin Pond Dam was last inspected on June 5, 1989. 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.