Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam
Key Takeaway
Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | IL55049 |
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 JOLIET
Local Government
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High Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam?
Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant 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 Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam?
Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam is owned by CITY OF JOLIET (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam?
Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant 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 Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam?
Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam last inspected?
Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.