Thornton District Detention Basin
Key Takeaway
Thornton District Detention Basin is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 26.9% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 54 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02198 |
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
City of Novi
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Thornton District Detention Basin?
Thornton District Detention Basin 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 Thornton District Detention Basin?
Thornton District Detention Basin is owned by City of Novi (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thornton District Detention Basin built?
Thornton District Detention Basin was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Thornton District Detention Basin?
Thornton District Detention Basin serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thornton District Detention Basin?
Thornton District Detention Basin has a dam height of 11 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 Thornton District Detention Basin last inspected?
Thornton District Detention Basin was last inspected on June 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.