Fisher Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fisher Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00953 |
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
IDA FISHER & WALTER LUTKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake 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 Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake Dam is owned by IDA FISHER & WALTER LUTKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fisher Lake Dam built?
Fisher Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake 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 Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Fisher Lake Dam last inspected?
Fisher Lake Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.