Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 71.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00903 |
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
KNOX COUNTY CONSERVATION & SPORTSMANS CL
Private
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Low Hazard 49 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam?
Knox County Conservation Club 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 Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam?
Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam is owned by KNOX COUNTY CONSERVATION & SPORTSMANS CL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam built?
Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam?
Knox County Conservation Club 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 Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam?
Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Knox County Conservation Club Lake Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.