Countryside Landfill Dam
Key Takeaway
Countryside Landfill Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 122 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IL55008 |
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
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Countryside Landfill Dam?
Countryside Landfill 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 Countryside Landfill Dam?
Countryside Landfill Dam is owned by WASTE MANAGEMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Countryside Landfill Dam built?
Countryside Landfill Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Countryside Landfill Dam?
Countryside Landfill 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 Countryside Landfill Dam?
Countryside Landfill 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 Countryside Landfill Dam last inspected?
Countryside Landfill Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.