Lakeville Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeville Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 16 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 460 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 122 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00256 |
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
Oakland County Drain Commissioner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeville Lake Dam?
Lakeville Lake 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 Lakeville Lake Dam?
Lakeville Lake Dam is owned by Oakland County Drain Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakeville Lake Dam built?
Lakeville Lake Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Lakeville Lake Dam?
Lakeville Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lakeville Lake Dam?
Lakeville Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Lakeville Lake Dam last inspected?
Lakeville Lake Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.