Elliot Golf Course Dam
Key Takeaway
Elliot Golf Course Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1997 |
| NID ID | IL50383 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Elliot Golf Course Dam?
Elliot Golf Course Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Elliot Golf Course Dam?
Elliot Golf Course Dam is owned by ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elliot Golf Course Dam built?
Elliot Golf Course Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Elliot Golf Course Dam?
Elliot Golf Course 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 Elliot Golf Course Dam?
Elliot Golf Course 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 Elliot Golf Course Dam last inspected?
Elliot Golf Course Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.