Borgsmiller Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Borgsmiller Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01074 |
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
DR. BORGSMILLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Borgsmiller Lake Dam?
Borgsmiller Lake 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 Borgsmiller Lake Dam?
Borgsmiller Lake Dam is owned by DR. BORGSMILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borgsmiller Lake Dam built?
Borgsmiller Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Borgsmiller Lake Dam?
Borgsmiller 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 Borgsmiller Lake Dam?
Borgsmiller 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 Borgsmiller Lake Dam last inspected?
Borgsmiller Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.