South Show Pool Dam

HOLLAND DITCH· Schoolcraft, Michigan· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI)
Dam Length5,070 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage241 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area57 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge176 cfs
NID IDMI00623

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: July 16, 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 South Show Pool Dam?

South Show 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 South Show Pool Dam?

South Show 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.

What is the primary purpose of South Show Pool Dam?

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

How tall is South Show Pool Dam?

South Show Pool Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Show Pool Dam last inspected?

South Show Pool Dam was last inspected on July 16, 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.