Corner Stone Lakes Dam
Key Takeaway
Corner Stone Lakes Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | IL55019 |
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
TOWN & COUNRTY HOMES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Corner Stone Lakes Dam?
Corner Stone Lakes 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 Corner Stone Lakes Dam?
Corner Stone Lakes Dam is owned by TOWN & COUNRTY HOMES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Corner Stone Lakes Dam built?
Corner Stone Lakes Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Corner Stone Lakes Dam?
Corner Stone Lakes 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 Corner Stone Lakes Dam?
Corner Stone Lakes Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Corner Stone Lakes Dam last inspected?
Corner Stone Lakes Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.