Country Commons Park Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Country Commons Park Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 8 ft (taller than 2.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | IL55103 |
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
NAPERVILLE PARK DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Country Commons Park Basin Dam?
Country Commons Park Basin 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 Country Commons Park Basin Dam?
Country Commons Park Basin Dam is owned by NAPERVILLE PARK DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Country Commons Park Basin Dam built?
Country Commons Park Basin 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 Country Commons Park Basin Dam?
Country Commons Park Basin 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 Country Commons Park Basin Dam?
Country Commons Park Basin Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Country Commons Park Basin Dam last inspected?
Country Commons Park Basin Dam was last inspected on September 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.