Highland Old City Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Highland Old City Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 668 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00179 |
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
CITY OF HIGHLAND
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Highland Old City Reservoir Dam?
Highland Old City Reservoir 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 Highland Old City Reservoir Dam?
Highland Old City Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF HIGHLAND (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Highland Old City Reservoir Dam built?
Highland Old City Reservoir Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Highland Old City Reservoir Dam?
Highland Old City Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Highland Old City Reservoir Dam?
Highland Old City Reservoir 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 Highland Old City Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Highland Old City Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.