Lake Sandpoint Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Sandpoint Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00893 |
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
TONY B. ARNDT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Sandpoint Dam?
Lake Sandpoint 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 Sandpoint Dam?
Lake Sandpoint Dam is owned by TONY B. ARNDT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Sandpoint Dam built?
Lake Sandpoint Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Sandpoint Dam?
Lake Sandpoint 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 Sandpoint Dam?
Lake Sandpoint Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Sandpoint Dam last inspected?
Lake Sandpoint Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.