Craig Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Craig Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 361 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,693 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00850 |
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
LARRY WILBER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Craig Lake Dam?
Craig Lake 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 Craig Lake Dam?
Craig Lake Dam is owned by LARRY WILBER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Craig Lake Dam built?
Craig Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Craig Lake Dam?
Craig Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Craig Lake Dam?
Craig Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Craig Lake Dam last inspected?
Craig Lake Dam was last inspected on August 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.