Lanny Jokers Dam
Key Takeaway
Lanny Jokers Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 85.8% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 372 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 362 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 172 cfs |
| NID ID | IL50511 |
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
LANNY JOKERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lanny Jokers Dam?
Lanny Jokers 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 Lanny Jokers Dam?
Lanny Jokers Dam is owned by LANNY JOKERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lanny Jokers Dam?
Lanny Jokers 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 Lanny Jokers Dam?
Lanny Jokers Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Lanny Jokers Dam last inspected?
Lanny Jokers Dam was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.