Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 399 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 47 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 316 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00624 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam?
Upper Goose Pen 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 Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam?
Upper Goose Pen 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 Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam built?
Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam?
Upper Goose Pen 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 Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam?
Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam last inspected?
Upper Goose Pen Pool Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.