Heartland Oaks 2 Dam

TRIB RICHLAND CREEK· St. Clair, Illinois· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Heartland Oaks 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage105 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDIL50542

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: June 1, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

MAGNA TRUST & WINKLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heartland Oaks 2 Dam?

Heartland Oaks 2 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 Heartland Oaks 2 Dam?

Heartland Oaks 2 Dam is owned by MAGNA TRUST & WINKLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Heartland Oaks 2 Dam?

Heartland Oaks 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Heartland Oaks 2 Dam?

Heartland Oaks 2 Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Heartland Oaks 2 Dam last inspected?

Heartland Oaks 2 Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. 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.