Lake Glendale
Key Takeaway
Lake Glendale is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 80.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 860 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00102 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Glendale?
Lake Glendale 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 Glendale?
Lake Glendale is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Glendale built?
Lake Glendale was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Glendale?
Lake Glendale 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 Glendale?
Lake Glendale has a dam height of 38 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 Glendale last inspected?
Lake Glendale was last inspected on September 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.