Lake Waunetta Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Waunetta Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 40.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 296 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01197 |
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
WILLIAM MINNIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Waunetta Dam?
Lake Waunetta 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 Waunetta Dam?
Lake Waunetta Dam is owned by WILLIAM MINNIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Waunetta Dam built?
Lake Waunetta Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Waunetta Dam?
Lake Waunetta 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 Waunetta Dam?
Lake Waunetta Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Waunetta Dam last inspected?
Lake Waunetta Dam was last inspected on July 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.