Richard J Trepanier Dam dam
Richard J Trepanier Dam
The Richard J Trepanier Dam, located in Loretto, Michigan, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 1983, this dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a hydraulic height of 25 feet. With a length of 475 feet and a storage capacity of 25 acre-feet, the dam serves as a key feature in the tributary to Pine Creek, providing a surface area of 4 acres for outdoor activities.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment, it is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety and functionality. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the Richard J Trepanier Dam is managed and maintained to mitigate any potential risks and ensure its continued operation for recreational purposes. As a part of the Detroit District, this dam serves as a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the Dickinson County area.
Overall, the Richard J Trepanier Dam offers a picturesque location for outdoor activities and water recreation in Michigan. Its construction and design are a testament to the importance of managing water resources effectively while balancing the needs of the community for leisure and enjoyment. The dam's presence contributes to the natural beauty of the surrounding area and provides a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors to appreciate and enjoy the wonders of nature.
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 Richard J Trepanier Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Menominee River At Twin Falls Near Iron Mt | 3,420 cfs | → |
| Menominee River At Niagara | 2,950 cfs | → |
| Menominee River Near Vulcan | 3,370 cfs | → |
| Pine River Below Pine R Powerplant Nr Florence | 452 cfs | → |
| Menominee River Near Florence | 2,130 cfs | → |
| Brule River Near Commonwealth | 777 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Richard J Trepanier Dam.
Boat launches
- Carney Lake Road Norway Township
- Lake Antoine Bike Path Dickinson County
- Rock Lake Boating Access Site Norway Township
- Lake Antoine Bike Path Iron Mountain
- Little Quinnesec Falls Flowage -- Access Niagara
- Menominee River Access Off Of Romitti Drive
Campgrounds
- Summer Breeze Campground
- River Bends Campground
- Gene's Pond State Forest Campground
- New Prospect - Kettle Moraine State Forest
- Glidden Lake State Forest Campground
- Twelve Foot Falls County Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Brule Lake In Ne1/4 Sec 15, T41n, R13e To Forest Boundary In Se1/4 Sec 31, T41n, R17e
- Mainstem, Easternforest Boundary In Sec 1, T44n, R35w To City Of Crystal Falls
- Forest Road 2398 To Eastern Forest Boundary
- Forest Road 2156 To Eastern Forest Boundary
- South Branch--Origin In Sec 25, T38n, R14e To Confluence With Main Branch
- Forest Road 2133 To Forest Road 2156
Track Richard J Trepanier Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Richard J Trepanier Dam
Where does the data for Richard J Trepanier Dam 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 Richard J Trepanier Dam.