Doc And Tom Lake Level Control Structure dam
Doc And Tom Lake Level Control Structure
The Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure, also known as Lake of The Pines, is a privately owned facility located in Clare, Michigan, specifically in the city of Evart. This structure was completed in 1955 and is primarily used for recreational purposes, with a design that includes an earth dam with a height of 9 feet and a length of 260 feet. The facility has a storage capacity of 20,000 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 15,000 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 187 acres.
Managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), the Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure plays a crucial role in regulating the water levels of Doc and Tom Creek, ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding area. With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment score, the structure is inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in October 2020. Despite being in good condition, it is not currently rated, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to guarantee its effectiveness in the face of climate change and increasing water resource challenges.
Overall, the Doc and Tom Lake Level Control Structure stands as a vital component of the water management infrastructure in Michigan, contributing to flood control, water supply, and recreational opportunities. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like this one play a critical role in adapting to and mitigating the effects of fluctuating water levels. The facility's location in a high-risk area underscores the significance of proactive risk management and maintenance practices to ensure its long-term functionality and resilience in the face of evolving climate conditions.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Doc And Tom Lake Level Control Structure -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Muskegon River At Evart | 1,540 cfs | → |
| Clam River At Vogel Center | 238 cfs | → |
| South Branch Tobacco River Near Beaverton | 116 cfs | → |
| Chippewa River Near Mount Pleasant | 283 cfs | → |
| Tobacco River At Glidden Road At Beaverton | 337 cfs | → |
| East Branch Pine River Near Tustin | 32 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Doc And Tom Lake Level Control Structure.
Boat launches
- West Spring Road 7199, Freeman Township
- Trails End Road 8817, Garfield Township
- Lincoln Township
- South Shore Drive 11340, Garfield Township
- Lone Pine Road 2708, Grant Township
- Birch Grove Road 5177, Orient Township
Campgrounds
- Big Mud Lake - State Forest
- Mud Lake State Forest Campground
- Sulak
- Crittenden County Park
- Wilson State Park
- Merrill Lake Park
Fishing spots
Track Doc And Tom Lake Level Control Structure in the Snoflo app
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About Doc And Tom Lake Level Control Structure
Where does the data for Doc And Tom Lake Level Control Structure come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Doc And Tom Lake Level Control Structure.