Cache River Containment Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Cache River Containment Basin Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 326 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50500 |
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
CYPRESS CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cache River Containment Basin Dam?
Cache River Containment Basin 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 Cache River Containment Basin Dam?
Cache River Containment Basin Dam is owned by CYPRESS CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cache River Containment Basin Dam built?
Cache River Containment Basin Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Cache River Containment Basin Dam?
Cache River Containment Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cache River Containment Basin Dam?
Cache River Containment Basin Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Cache River Containment Basin Dam last inspected?
Cache River Containment Basin Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.