Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam

TRIB BULL RUN CREEK· Tazewell, Illinois· Built 1969· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.5% in IL)
Dam Length2,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage148 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDIL00323

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

LIBBY, MCNEIL, LIBBY COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam?

Libbys Lagoon 2 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 Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam?

Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam is owned by LIBBY, MCNEIL, LIBBY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam built?

Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam?

Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam?

Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam last inspected?

Libbys Lagoon 2 Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.