H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam

SWAN CREEK· Warren, Illinois· Built 1958· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Other Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 40.5% in IL)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge288 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDIL40151

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 18, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

D. AND M. CHANDLER;D. AND M. CHANDLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam?

H. Wilkins Irrigation 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 H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam?

H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam is owned by D. AND M. CHANDLER;D. AND M. CHANDLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam built?

H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam?

H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam?

H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 24 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 H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam last inspected?

H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam was last inspected on May 18, 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.