Crossings Bike Path Dam

WOLF CREEK· Will, Illinois· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Crossings Bike Path Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 5.7% in IL)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
NID IDIL55072

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 27, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

CENTEX HOMES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crossings Bike Path Dam?

Crossings Bike Path 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 Crossings Bike Path Dam?

Crossings Bike Path Dam is owned by CENTEX HOMES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Crossings Bike Path Dam?

Crossings Bike Path 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 Crossings Bike Path Dam?

Crossings Bike Path Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Crossings Bike Path Dam last inspected?

Crossings Bike Path Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.