East Lake Estates 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
East Lake Estates 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 93.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 997 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50432 |
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
EAST LAKE DEVELOPMENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Lake Estates 2 Dam?
East Lake Estates 2 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 East Lake Estates 2 Dam?
East Lake Estates 2 Dam is owned by EAST LAKE DEVELOPMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Lake Estates 2 Dam built?
East Lake Estates 2 Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 East Lake Estates 2 Dam?
East Lake Estates 2 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 East Lake Estates 2 Dam?
East Lake Estates 2 Dam has a dam height of 55 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 East Lake Estates 2 Dam last inspected?
East Lake Estates 2 Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.