Kings Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kings Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 26.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00243 |
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
ROYAL LAKE RESORT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kings Lake Dam?
Kings 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 Kings Lake Dam?
Kings Lake Dam is owned by ROYAL LAKE RESORT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kings Lake Dam built?
Kings Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Kings Lake Dam?
Kings 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 Kings Lake Dam?
Kings 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 Kings Lake Dam last inspected?
Kings Lake Dam was last inspected on October 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.