Lake Como Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Como Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 84.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00090 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COMO ACRE INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Como Dam?
Lake Como Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Como Dam?
Lake Como Dam is owned by COMO ACRE INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Como Dam built?
Lake Como Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Lake Como Dam?
Lake Como 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 Lake Como Dam?
Lake Como Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Lake Como Dam last inspected?
Lake Como Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.