Dann Kraatz Dam
Key Takeaway
Dann Kraatz Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50639 |
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
DANN KRAAATZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dann Kraatz Dam?
Dann Kraatz 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 Dann Kraatz Dam?
Dann Kraatz Dam is owned by DANN KRAAATZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dann Kraatz Dam built?
Dann Kraatz Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Dann Kraatz Dam?
Dann Kraatz 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 Dann Kraatz Dam?
Dann Kraatz Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Dann Kraatz Dam last inspected?
Dann Kraatz Dam was last inspected on October 2, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.