Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 187 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 330 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00115 |
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
Lake of the Pines Association
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure?
Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure 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 Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure?
Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure is owned by Lake of the Pines Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure built?
Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure?
Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure?
Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure 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 Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure last inspected?
Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure was last inspected on October 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.