Lake Linda Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Linda Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 10% in IL) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00253 |
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
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Linda Dam?
Lake Linda 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 Linda Dam?
Lake Linda Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Linda Dam built?
Lake Linda Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Linda Dam?
Lake Linda 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 Linda Dam?
Lake Linda Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Linda Dam last inspected?
Lake Linda Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.