Cedar Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 40.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00032 |
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
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Lake Dam?
Cedar 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 Cedar Lake Dam?
Cedar Lake Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Lake Dam built?
Cedar Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Cedar Lake Dam?
Cedar 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 Cedar Lake Dam?
Cedar Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Cedar Lake Dam last inspected?
Cedar Lake Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.