The Long Lake Control Structure, located in Brighton, Michigan, is a gravity dam built in 1951 primarily for recreational purposes.
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With a height of 7.7 feet and a hydraulic height of 5.8 feet, this structure serves as a key feature along the South Ore Creek, offering a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 230 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2018 revealed poor maintenance, indicating a need for potential improvements to ensure its long-term functionality and safety.
Although the Long Lake Control Structure does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, its significance lies in providing recreational opportunities and maintaining water levels for the surrounding area. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 38 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 185 cubic feet per second. While the risk assessment categorizes the structure as moderate, there is room for enhancement in terms of condition assessment, emergency action planning, and risk management measures to address any potential safety concerns and ensure the sustainable use of this water resource for future generations of climate and water enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
50 |
Dam Height |
7.7 |
River Or Stream |
South Ore Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
146 |
Hydraulic Height |
5.8 |
Drainage Area |
4.3 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Structural Height |
7.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Huron River At Milford
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73cfs |
Huron River Near New Hudson
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105cfs |
Huron River Near Hamburg
|
146cfs |
Upper River Rouge At Farmington
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4cfs |
Middle River Rouge At Plymouth
|
40cfs |
Huron River At Ann Arbor
|
289cfs |
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Group Camp 8
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