Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam
Key Takeaway
Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,115 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,136 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | IL55143 |
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
DUPAGE COUNTY
Local Government
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam?
Kress Creek Regional Flood Control 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 Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam?
Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam is owned by DUPAGE COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam built?
Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam?
Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam?
Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam last inspected?
Kress Creek Regional Flood Control Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.