Freshwater Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Freshwater Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 22.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00231 |
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
MEADOWLARK FARMS INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Freshwater Lake Dam?
Freshwater 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 Freshwater Lake Dam?
Freshwater Lake Dam is owned by MEADOWLARK FARMS INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Freshwater Lake Dam built?
Freshwater Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Freshwater Lake Dam?
Freshwater 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 Freshwater Lake Dam?
Freshwater Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Freshwater Lake Dam last inspected?
Freshwater Lake Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.