Brentwood Townehome Dam
Key Takeaway
Brentwood Townehome Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 14.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 164 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2018 |
| NID ID | IL55180 |
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
BRENTWOOD TOWNHOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brentwood Townehome Dam?
Brentwood Townehome 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 Brentwood Townehome Dam?
Brentwood Townehome Dam is owned by BRENTWOOD TOWNHOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brentwood Townehome Dam built?
Brentwood Townehome Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Brentwood Townehome Dam?
Brentwood Townehome 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 Brentwood Townehome Dam?
Brentwood Townehome Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Brentwood Townehome Dam last inspected?
Brentwood Townehome Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.