Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam
Key Takeaway
Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 92.4% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 911 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00040 |
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
BAY CREEK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam?
Bay Creek Structure 5 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 Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam?
Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam is owned by BAY CREEK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam built?
Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam?
Bay Creek Structure 5 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 Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam?
Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam has a dam height of 51 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 Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam last inspected?
Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.