Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 459 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 307 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01224 |
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
METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam?
Msdgc Edsall 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 Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam?
Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam is owned by METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam built?
Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam?
Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam?
Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam last inspected?
Msdgc Edsall Lake Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.