Gw60 Dam

TRIB 3 WEST BRANCH DUPAGE R· DuPage, Illinois· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Fish And Wildlife Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Gw60 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 14.5% in IL)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage558 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDIL55055

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 10, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

DUPAGE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATI

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gw60 Dam?

Gw60 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 Gw60 Dam?

Gw60 Dam is owned by DUPAGE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATI (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gw60 Dam?

Gw60 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gw60 Dam?

Gw60 Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Gw60 Dam last inspected?

Gw60 Dam was last inspected on May 10, 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.