Kilton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kilton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 26.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1970 |
| NID ID | IL00973 |
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
KILTON FARMS INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kilton Lake Dam?
Kilton 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 Kilton Lake Dam?
Kilton Lake Dam is owned by KILTON FARMS INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kilton Lake Dam built?
Kilton Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Kilton Lake Dam?
Kilton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kilton Lake Dam?
Kilton Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Kilton Lake Dam last inspected?
Kilton Lake Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.