Located in Dexter, Michigan, along the Huron River, Flook Dam serves as a significant earth and gravity dam with a height of 11.8 feet and a length of 400 feet.
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Completed in 1965, this private dam provides a storage capacity of 6,000 acre-feet and plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. With a spillway width of 106 feet and a controlled spillway type, Flook Dam is designed to handle maximum discharges of up to 7,880 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective flood control measures for the surrounding region.
Managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), Flook Dam has a state-regulated status with regular inspections to maintain its satisfactory condition and significant hazard potential. The dam's risk assessment indicates a very high risk level, requiring stringent risk management measures to ensure its operational safety and reliability. Despite being a private structure, Flook Dam's importance in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts cannot be understated, making it a key asset in the overall infrastructure of the region.
With its strategic location and vital role in water storage and flood control, Flook Dam stands as a critical asset along the Huron River, contributing to the overall resilience of the local water infrastructure. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources and extreme weather events become more frequent, the effective management and maintenance of dams like Flook Dam are essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of communities in Washtenaw County and beyond. The dam's regulated status, state inspections, and emergency action plans underscore the commitment to safeguarding the surrounding areas from potential risks and ensuring the efficient utilization of water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
11.8 |
River Or Stream |
Huron River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
769 |
Hydraulic Height |
9.7 |
Drainage Area |
534 |
Nid Storage |
6000 |
Structural Height |
11.8 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
12 |
Huron River Near Hamburg
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146cfs |
Mill Creek Near Dexter
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31cfs |
Huron River At Ann Arbor
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289cfs |
Huron River Near New Hudson
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105cfs |
Malletts Creek At Ann Arbor
|
2cfs |
Huron River At Milford
|
73cfs |
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