Glenn Circle West Dam
Key Takeaway
Glenn Circle West Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IL55068 |
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
MOSER ENTERPRISES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glenn Circle West Dam?
Glenn Circle West 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 Glenn Circle West Dam?
Glenn Circle West Dam is owned by MOSER ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glenn Circle West Dam built?
Glenn Circle West Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Glenn Circle West Dam?
Glenn Circle West Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Glenn Circle West Dam?
Glenn Circle West Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Glenn Circle West Dam last inspected?
Glenn Circle West Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.