Micks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Micks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 295 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00195 |
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
UNITED DEVELOPMENT TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Micks Lake Dam?
Micks 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 Micks Lake Dam?
Micks Lake Dam is owned by UNITED DEVELOPMENT TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Micks Lake Dam built?
Micks Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Micks Lake Dam?
Micks 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 Micks Lake Dam?
Micks 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 Micks Lake Dam last inspected?
Micks Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.