Jug Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jug Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 242 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01189 |
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
MOORMAN MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jug Lake Dam?
Jug 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 Jug Lake Dam?
Jug Lake Dam is owned by MOORMAN MANUFACTURING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jug Lake Dam built?
Jug Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Jug Lake Dam?
Jug 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 Jug Lake Dam?
Jug Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Jug Lake Dam last inspected?
Jug Lake Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.