Kaibab Partners Dam

MUD CREEK· Jackson, Illinois· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Kaibab Partners Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL)
Dam Length339 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge17 cfs
NID IDIL50576

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

KAIBAB PARTNERS, LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kaibab Partners Dam?

Kaibab Partners 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 Kaibab Partners Dam?

Kaibab Partners Dam is owned by KAIBAB PARTNERS, LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kaibab Partners Dam?

Kaibab Partners Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kaibab Partners Dam?

Kaibab Partners Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Kaibab Partners Dam last inspected?

Kaibab Partners Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.