Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam
Key Takeaway
Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is debris control. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | IL55139 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam?
Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam?
Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam is owned by ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam?
Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam?
Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam last inspected?
Coopers Farm Sediment Storage Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.