Hoover Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hoover Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 953 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00725 |
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
Tilden Mining Company LC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hoover Pond Dam?
Hoover 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 Hoover Pond Dam?
Hoover Pond Dam is owned by Tilden Mining Company LC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hoover Pond Dam built?
Hoover Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Hoover Pond Dam?
Hoover Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hoover Pond Dam?
Hoover Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Hoover Pond Dam last inspected?
Hoover Pond Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.