Irwin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Irwin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 73.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01201 |
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
MARIE IRWIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Irwin Lake Dam?
Irwin Lake 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 Irwin Lake Dam?
Irwin Lake Dam is owned by MARIE IRWIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Irwin Lake Dam built?
Irwin Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Irwin Lake Dam?
Irwin Lake 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 Irwin Lake Dam?
Irwin Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Irwin Lake Dam last inspected?
Irwin Lake Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.