Heron Dam
Michigan — Oakland County — Thread Creek
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Oakland |
| River | Thread Creek |
| Coordinates | 42.81104, -83.53075 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,025 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 123 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 17, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1969 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MDNR Parks & Recreation |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.