The Nepessing Lake Level Control Structure in Lapeer, Michigan, serves as a key component for recreational activities in the region.
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Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 7.7 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 730 acre-feet. The structure controls the water levels of Nepessing Lake, a tributary to Farmers Creek, ensuring a surface area of 354 acres for recreational use.
Despite its importance for recreation, the condition assessment of the Nepessing Lake Level Control Structure is rated as poor, with a low hazard potential. The structure's inspection frequency is set at every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in December 2019. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and reliability of the structure for both recreational users and the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
7.7 |
River Or Stream |
Tributary to Farmers Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
354 |
Hydraulic Height |
2.5 |
Drainage Area |
3.79 |
Nid Storage |
730 |
Structural Height |
7.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Farmers Creek Near Lapeer
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12cfs |
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135cfs |
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59cfs |
Kearsley Creek Near Davison
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35cfs |
Flint River Near Flint
|
239cfs |
Stony Creek Near Romeo
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13cfs |
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