Thread Lake Dam, located in Flint, Michigan, is a gravity dam that was completed in 1973 for recreational purposes.
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With a height of 9 feet and a length of 293 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 1250 acre-feet and serves as a vital structure on Thread Creek. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 42 feet, and it has a significant hazard potential.
Owned by the Local Government, Thread Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, and inspected by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE). The dam's condition assessment in 2019 rated it as satisfactory, but its risk assessment is very high. Despite its risks, the dam has not been modified in recent years, and emergency action plans and inundation maps are not up to date.
The dam's location in Genesee County, Michigan, makes it a crucial point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its impressive storage capacity, structural design, and potential hazards, Thread Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and oversight in ensuring the safety and functionality of vital water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
293 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
Thread Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
80 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
57.9 |
Nid Storage |
1250 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
9 |
Kearsley Creek Near Davison
|
12cfs |
Flint River Near Flint
|
225cfs |
Flint River Near Otisville
|
131cfs |
Farmers Creek Near Lapeer
|
10cfs |
South Branch Flint River Near Columbiaville
|
85cfs |
Cass River At Frankenmuth
|
87cfs |