Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure is classified as significant hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 88.4% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 759 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 297 acres |
| Drainage Area | 36 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,563 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00425 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Lapeer Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure?
Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure?
Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure is owned by Lake Lapeer Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure built?
Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure?
Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure?
Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure has a dam height of 29 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 Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure last inspected?
Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure was last inspected on July 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.