Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 20.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 329 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50585 |
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 FAIRFIELD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam?
Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir 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 Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam?
Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF FAIRFIELD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam built?
Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam?
Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam?
Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Fairfield Side Channel Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.