Marsh Creek Pool Dam

MARSH CREEK· Schoolcraft, Michigan· Built 1937· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Marsh Creek Pool Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI)
Dam Length28,800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage16.4K acre-ft
Drainage Area67 sq mi
Max Discharge1,860 cfs
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDMI00641

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: August 28, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marsh Creek Pool Dam?

Marsh Creek Pool 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 Marsh Creek Pool Dam?

Marsh Creek Pool Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Marsh Creek Pool Dam built?

Marsh Creek Pool Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Marsh Creek Pool Dam?

Marsh Creek Pool Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Marsh Creek Pool Dam?

Marsh Creek Pool 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 Marsh Creek Pool Dam last inspected?

Marsh Creek Pool Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2018. 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.