Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 62 ft (taller than 96% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 910 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00112 |
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
HUNT-LIMA DRAINAGE DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam?
Jennifer Creek 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 Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam?
Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam is owned by HUNT-LIMA DRAINAGE DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam built?
Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam?
Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam?
Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 62 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 Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Jennifer Creek Reservoir Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.