Lake Kadijah Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kadijah Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 309 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00437 |
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
MEDINAH COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kadijah Dam?
Lake Kadijah 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 Kadijah Dam?
Lake Kadijah Dam is owned by MEDINAH COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kadijah Dam built?
Lake Kadijah Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Kadijah Dam?
Lake Kadijah Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Kadijah Dam?
Lake Kadijah 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 Lake Kadijah Dam last inspected?
Lake Kadijah Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.