Aquaculture Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Aquaculture Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 635 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50195 |
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
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
State Government
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Significant Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Aquaculture Lake Dam?
Aquaculture 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 Aquaculture Lake Dam?
Aquaculture Lake Dam is owned by SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Aquaculture Lake Dam built?
Aquaculture Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Aquaculture Lake Dam?
Aquaculture 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 Aquaculture Lake Dam?
Aquaculture Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Aquaculture Lake Dam last inspected?
Aquaculture Lake Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.