Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 82.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50730 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF MARSHALL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam?
Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam?
Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF MARSHALL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam built?
Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam?
Marshall Golf Course Lake 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 Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam?
Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam last inspected?
Marshall Golf Course Lake Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.