Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure, also known as White Sands Dam, is a privately owned dam located in Lapeer, Michigan, along Farmers Creek.
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Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at 29 feet tall and spans 759 feet in length, with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities for the local community. The dam has a storage capacity of 5365 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 3450 acre-feet and a surface area of 297 acres.
Managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, the Lake Lapeer Control Structure is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 83 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 3563 cubic feet per second. Although classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2018 was deemed satisfactory, with a moderate risk rating.
With its picturesque setting and vital role in providing recreational opportunities and water resource management in the area, the Lake Lapeer Lake Level Control Structure serves as a key asset for the community. Its strategic location and design make it an essential component of the local landscape, offering both practical benefits and a source of enjoyment for residents and visitors alike.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
759 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
Farmers Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
297 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
35.8 |
Nid Storage |
5365 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
29 |
Farmers Creek Near Lapeer
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10cfs |
Kearsley Creek Near Davison
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12cfs |
Flint River Near Otisville
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131cfs |
South Branch Flint River Near Columbiaville
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85cfs |
Stony Creek Near Romeo
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13cfs |
Flint River Near Flint
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225cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Metamora - Hadley Rec Area
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Ortonville State Rec Area
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Baldy Camp
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Old Baldy
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Paul Bunyon
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Trailside
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