Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 79.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 106 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50290 |
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
VILLAGE OF BLANDINSVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam?
Blandinsville Storage 2 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 Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam?
Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF BLANDINSVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam built?
Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam?
Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam?
Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam last inspected?
Blandinsville Storage 2 Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.