Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 84.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 406 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00491 |
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
MCKEE CREEK LEVEE & DRAINAGE DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam?
Hambaugh-Martin 1 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 Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam?
Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam is owned by MCKEE CREEK LEVEE & DRAINAGE DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam built?
Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam?
Hambaugh-Martin 1 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 Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam?
Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam last inspected?
Hambaugh-Martin 1 Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.