Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam
Key Takeaway
Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is debris control. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 19,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 480 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | IL50316 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF DECATUR
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam?
Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam?
Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam is owned by CITY OF DECATUR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam built?
Faries Park Dredge Disposal 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 Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam?
Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam?
Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam last inspected?
Faries Park Dredge Disposal Dam was last inspected on August 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.