Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 323 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00219 |
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
C. F. CUMMINGS
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam?
Cbs Gun Club 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 Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam?
Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam is owned by C. F. CUMMINGS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam built?
Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam?
Cbs Gun Club 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 Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam?
Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Cbs Gun Club Lake Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.