Pool Three
Key Takeaway
Pool Three is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 15,180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 735 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 576 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 131 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00646 |
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
DOI FWS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pool Three?
Pool Three 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 Pool Three?
Pool Three is owned by DOI FWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pool Three built?
Pool Three was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Pool Three?
Pool Three 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 Pool Three?
Pool Three has a dam height of 14 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 Pool Three last inspected?
Pool Three was last inspected on January 29, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.