Lake Loudel Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Loudel Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00502 |
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
D. & B. CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Loudel Dam?
Lake Loudel 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 Loudel Dam?
Lake Loudel Dam is owned by D. & B. CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Loudel Dam built?
Lake Loudel Dam was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Loudel Dam?
Lake Loudel 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 Loudel Dam?
Lake Loudel Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Loudel Dam last inspected?
Lake Loudel Dam was last inspected on July 3, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.