Eagle Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Eagle Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 928 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50351 |
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
CITY OF BLOOMINGTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eagle Creek Dam?
Eagle Creek 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 Eagle Creek Dam?
Eagle Creek Dam is owned by CITY OF BLOOMINGTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle Creek Dam built?
Eagle Creek Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Eagle Creek Dam?
Eagle Creek 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 Eagle Creek Dam?
Eagle Creek Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Eagle Creek Dam last inspected?
Eagle Creek Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.