Union Lake Level Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Union Lake Level Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 465 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 465 acres |
| Max Discharge | 41 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00916 |
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 Union Lake Level Control Structure?
Union 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 Union Lake Level Control Structure?
Union Lake Level Control Structure is owned by Oakland County Drain Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Union Lake Level Control Structure built?
Union Lake Level Control Structure was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Union Lake Level Control Structure?
Union 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 Union Lake Level Control Structure?
Union Lake Level Control Structure has a dam height of 7 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 Union Lake Level Control Structure last inspected?
Union Lake Level Control Structure was last inspected on August 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.