Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 78.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 203 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 293 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 237 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00784 |
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
VILLAGE OF LAKE KA-HO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam?
Lake Ka-Ho 2 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 Ka-Ho 2 Dam?
Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF LAKE KA-HO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam built?
Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Ka-Ho 2 Dam?
Lake Ka-Ho 2 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 Ka-Ho 2 Dam?
Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Ka-Ho 2 Dam last inspected?
Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.