Christopher Old Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Christopher Old Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00059 |
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
CITY OF CHRISTOPHER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Christopher Old Reservoir Dam?
Christopher Old Reservoir 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 Christopher Old Reservoir Dam?
Christopher Old Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF CHRISTOPHER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christopher Old Reservoir Dam built?
Christopher Old Reservoir Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Christopher Old Reservoir Dam?
Christopher Old Reservoir 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 Christopher Old Reservoir Dam?
Christopher Old Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Christopher Old Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Christopher Old Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.