Kinmundy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kinmundy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1885 (141 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00248 |
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 KINMUNDY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kinmundy Lake Dam?
Kinmundy 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 Kinmundy Lake Dam?
Kinmundy Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF KINMUNDY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kinmundy Lake Dam built?
Kinmundy Lake Dam was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Kinmundy Lake Dam?
Kinmundy 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 Kinmundy Lake Dam?
Kinmundy Lake 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 Kinmundy Lake Dam last inspected?
Kinmundy Lake Dam was last inspected on October 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.