Flying M Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Flying M Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00399 |
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
HOMER L. MATHIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Flying M Ranch Lake Dam?
Flying M Ranch 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 Flying M Ranch Lake Dam?
Flying M Ranch Lake Dam is owned by HOMER L. MATHIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flying M Ranch Lake Dam built?
Flying M Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Flying M Ranch Lake Dam?
Flying M Ranch 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 Flying M Ranch Lake Dam?
Flying M Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Flying M Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Flying M Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.