Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam

EAST TRIB EAST BR AUX SABLE CR· Kendall, Illinois· Built 2004· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.5% in IL)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,022 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDIL50520

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: May 25, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

GRANDE PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam?

Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 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 Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam?

Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam is owned by GRANDE PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam built?

Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam?

Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 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 Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam?

Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam last inspected?

Grande Park Subdivision Detention As-7 Dam was last inspected on May 25, 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.