Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam

MILL CREEK· Kane, Illinois· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL)
Dam Length1,303 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage43 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDIL55105

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: October 2, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

WASCO SNAITARY DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam?

Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 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 Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam?

Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam is owned by WASCO SNAITARY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam?

Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam?

Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam last inspected?

Fox Mill Storage Lagoon 2 Dam was last inspected on October 2, 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.