Freeman/ /East Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Freeman/ /East Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 37.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 369 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00168 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FREEMAN UNITED COAL MINING COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Freeman/ /East Lake Dam?
Freeman/ /East Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Freeman/ /East Lake Dam?
Freeman/ /East Lake Dam is owned by FREEMAN UNITED COAL MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Freeman/ /East Lake Dam built?
Freeman/ /East Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Freeman/ /East Lake Dam?
Freeman/ /East Lake 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 Freeman/ /East Lake Dam?
Freeman/ /East Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Freeman/ /East Lake Dam last inspected?
Freeman/ /East Lake Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.