Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| NID ID | IL55159 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DUPAGE COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam?
Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam?
Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam is owned by DUPAGE COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam?
Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam?
Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Armstrong Park Flood Control Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.