Drumm Farm Weir Dam

CATON FARM TRIB· Will, Illinois· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Drumm Farm Weir Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.5% in IL)
Dam Length298 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3,878 cfs
NID IDIL55108

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: June 26, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

DRUMM FARM DEVELOPMENT, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Drumm Farm Weir Dam?

Drumm Farm Weir 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 Drumm Farm Weir Dam?

Drumm Farm Weir Dam is owned by DRUMM FARM DEVELOPMENT, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Drumm Farm Weir Dam?

Drumm Farm Weir 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 Drumm Farm Weir Dam?

Drumm Farm Weir Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Drumm Farm Weir Dam last inspected?

Drumm Farm Weir Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2020. 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.