Gray Hawk Center Dam
Key Takeaway
Gray Hawk Center Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | IL55044 |
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
HAMILTON PARTNERS, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gray Hawk Center Dam?
Gray Hawk Center 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 Gray Hawk Center Dam?
Gray Hawk Center Dam is owned by HAMILTON PARTNERS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gray Hawk Center Dam?
Gray Hawk Center 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 Gray Hawk Center Dam?
Gray Hawk Center 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 Gray Hawk Center Dam last inspected?
Gray Hawk Center Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.