Campus Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Campus Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1869 and is 157 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 365 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1869 (157 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00034 |
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
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Campus Lake Dam?
Campus Lake 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 Campus Lake Dam?
Campus Lake Dam is owned by SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Campus Lake Dam built?
Campus Lake Dam was completed in 1869, making it 157 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 Campus Lake Dam?
Campus 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 Campus Lake Dam?
Campus Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Campus Lake Dam last inspected?
Campus Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.