Briney Lake 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Briney Lake 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 73.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 491 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01138 |
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
ROGER BRINEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Briney Lake 2 Dam?
Briney Lake 2 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 Briney Lake 2 Dam?
Briney Lake 2 Dam is owned by ROGER BRINEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Briney Lake 2 Dam built?
Briney Lake 2 Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Briney Lake 2 Dam?
Briney Lake 2 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 Briney Lake 2 Dam?
Briney Lake 2 Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Briney Lake 2 Dam last inspected?
Briney Lake 2 Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.