Lake Edward Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Edward Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 267 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01043 |
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
LAKE EDWARD CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Edward Dam?
Lake Edward 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 Lake Edward Dam?
Lake Edward Dam is owned by LAKE EDWARD CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Edward Dam built?
Lake Edward Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Edward Dam?
Lake Edward 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 Edward Dam?
Lake Edward Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Edward Dam last inspected?
Lake Edward Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.