Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01139 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALLENDALE CONSERVATION CLUB
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam?
Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam?
Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam is owned by ALLENDALE CONSERVATION CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam built?
Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam?
Allendale Conservation Club 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 Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam?
Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Allendale Conservation Club Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.