Meshach Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Meshach Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 232 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | IL01050 |
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
VILLAGE OF ROYAL LAKES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meshach Lake Dam?
Meshach Lake 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 Meshach Lake Dam?
Meshach Lake Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF ROYAL LAKES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meshach Lake Dam built?
Meshach Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Meshach Lake Dam?
Meshach 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 Meshach Lake Dam?
Meshach Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Meshach Lake Dam last inspected?
Meshach Lake Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.