Browns Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Browns Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.5% in IL) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 113 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 451 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50590 |
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
GARY STYZENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Browns Lake Dam?
Browns Lake 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 Browns Lake Dam?
Browns Lake Dam is owned by GARY STYZENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Browns Lake Dam built?
Browns Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Browns Lake Dam?
Browns 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 Browns Lake Dam?
Browns Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Browns Lake Dam last inspected?
Browns Lake Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.