Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 69.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00725 |
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
FELIX HAGERMAN
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam?
Elm Springs Park Lake 4 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 Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam?
Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam is owned by FELIX HAGERMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam built?
Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam?
Elm Springs Park Lake 4 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 Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam?
Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam last inspected?
Elm Springs Park Lake 4 Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.