Cherry Valley Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Cherry Valley Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 10% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50309 |
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
VILLAGE OF CHERRY VALLEY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cherry Valley Lower Dam?
Cherry Valley Lower 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 Cherry Valley Lower Dam?
Cherry Valley Lower Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF CHERRY VALLEY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherry Valley Lower Dam built?
Cherry Valley Lower Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Cherry Valley Lower Dam?
Cherry Valley Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cherry Valley Lower Dam?
Cherry Valley Lower Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Cherry Valley Lower Dam last inspected?
Cherry Valley Lower Dam was last inspected on November 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.