South Gaede Marsh Dam

Tributary to Lake Huron· Tuscola, Michigan· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

South Gaede Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI)
Dam Length9,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage474 acre-ft
Normal Storage153 acre-ft
Surface Area128 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDMI01446

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: December 12, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MDNR Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Gaede Marsh Dam?

South Gaede Marsh 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 South Gaede Marsh Dam?

South Gaede Marsh Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of South Gaede Marsh Dam?

South Gaede Marsh 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 South Gaede Marsh Dam?

South Gaede Marsh Dam has a dam height of 7 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 South Gaede Marsh Dam last inspected?

South Gaede Marsh Dam was last inspected on December 12, 2014. 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.