Twin Lakes Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Twin Lakes Dam in Kings Mill, Michigan, stands as a critical structure regulating water flow on the tributary to Lees Lake Drain.


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Summary

Completed in 1963, this State-owned dam primarily serves recreational purposes by creating a 64-acre reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. Standing at a height of 14 feet, with a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 32 cubic feet per second, Twin Lakes Dam offers both water resource management and flood control benefits to the surrounding area.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Twin Lakes Dam poses a significant risk due to its very high risk assessment rating of 1. The dam undergoes inspections every five years, with the last assessment conducted in October 2019. While the dam is State-regulated and monitored by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), there is no current Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay updated on Twin Lakes Dam's risk management measures and potential hazards in the event of an emergency.

With a unique design as an earth dam spanning 150 feet in length and a hydraulic height of 12.6 feet, Twin Lakes Dam offers a captivating blend of engineering and recreational opportunities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricate details of this dam, it becomes evident that Twin Lakes Dam plays a crucial role in balancing water storage, flood control, and recreational activities in the Lapeer County region of Michigan.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

150

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

Trib to Lees Lake Drain

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

12.6

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

64

Structural Height

14

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

14
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.