Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam

TRIB LITTLE MILLER CREEK· Adams, Illinois· Built 2001· Earth· 59 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South 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 59 ft (taller than 95.4% in IL)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge29 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDIL50419

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 14, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

JERRY BROCKMILLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam?

Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South 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 Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam?

Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam is owned by JERRY BROCKMILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam built?

Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South 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 Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam?

Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South 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 Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam?

Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam has a dam height of 59 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 Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam last inspected?

Fieldstone Subdivision Twin Dams-South Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.