Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam

TRIB SANGAMON RIVER· Champaign, Illinois· Built 2004· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length433 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage147 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area227 sq mi
Max Discharge237 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDIL50503

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 26, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

CONWAY FARM PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam?

Conway Farm Subdivision 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 Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam?

Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam is owned by CONWAY FARM PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam built?

Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam?

Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam?

Conway Farm Subdivision Lake 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 Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam last inspected?

Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.