Athey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Athey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00598 |
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
GEORGE ATHEY
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Athey Lake Dam?
Athey 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 Athey Lake Dam?
Athey Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE ATHEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Athey Lake Dam built?
Athey Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Athey Lake Dam?
Athey 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 Athey Lake Dam?
Athey Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Athey Lake Dam last inspected?
Athey Lake Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.