Lake Richard Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Richard Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,067 cfs |
| NID ID | IL50469 |
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
LAKE RICHARD HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Richard Dam?
Lake Richard 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 Richard Dam?
Lake Richard Dam is owned by LAKE RICHARD HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Richard Dam?
Lake Richard 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 Richard Dam?
Lake Richard Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Richard Dam last inspected?
Lake Richard Dam was last inspected on June 9, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.