Albers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Albers Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50626 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DCA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Albers Lake Dam?
Albers Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Albers Lake Dam?
Albers Lake Dam is owned by DCA CONSTRUCTION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Albers Lake Dam built?
Albers Lake Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Albers Lake Dam?
Albers Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Albers Lake Dam?
Albers Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Albers Lake Dam last inspected?
Albers Lake Dam was last inspected on December 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.