Caraness Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Caraness Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 79.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00099 |
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
J. D. CARANESS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Caraness Lake Dam?
Caraness 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 Caraness Lake Dam?
Caraness Lake Dam is owned by J. D. CARANESS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caraness Lake Dam built?
Caraness Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Caraness Lake Dam?
Caraness 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 Caraness Lake Dam?
Caraness Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Caraness Lake Dam last inspected?
Caraness Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.