Carlson Lake Water Control Dam
Key Takeaway
Carlson Lake Water Control Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 62 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,384 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 102 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | IL50456 |
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
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carlson Lake Water Control Dam?
Carlson Lake Water Control 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 Carlson Lake Water Control Dam?
Carlson Lake Water Control Dam is owned by ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carlson Lake Water Control Dam built?
Carlson Lake Water Control Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Carlson Lake Water Control Dam?
Carlson Lake Water Control Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carlson Lake Water Control Dam?
Carlson Lake Water Control Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Carlson Lake Water Control Dam last inspected?
Carlson Lake Water Control Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.