Bullock Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bullock Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 10% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00888 |
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
OLAN BULLOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bullock Lake Dam?
Bullock 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 Bullock Lake Dam?
Bullock Lake Dam is owned by OLAN BULLOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bullock Lake Dam built?
Bullock Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Bullock Lake Dam?
Bullock 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 Bullock Lake Dam?
Bullock Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Bullock Lake Dam last inspected?
Bullock Lake Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.