Freeman United/ /Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Freeman United/ /Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 293 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00011 |
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
FREEMAN UNITED COAL MINING COMPANY
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Freeman United/ /Lake Dam?
Freeman United/ /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 Freeman United/ /Lake Dam?
Freeman United/ /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 United/ /Lake Dam built?
Freeman United/ /Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 United/ /Lake Dam?
Freeman United/ /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 United/ /Lake Dam?
Freeman United/ /Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 United/ /Lake Dam last inspected?
Freeman United/ /Lake Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.