Durst Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Durst Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00024 |
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
CHARLES R. DURST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Durst Lake Dam?
Durst 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 Durst Lake Dam?
Durst Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES R. DURST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Durst Lake Dam built?
Durst Lake Dam was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Durst Lake Dam?
Durst Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Durst Lake Dam?
Durst Lake 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 Durst Lake Dam last inspected?
Durst Lake Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.