Msdgc Kay Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Msdgc Kay Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 748 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 678 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01222 |
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 Kay Lake Dam?
Msdgc Kay 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 Kay Lake Dam?
Msdgc Kay 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 Kay Lake Dam built?
Msdgc Kay Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Kay Lake Dam?
Msdgc Kay 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 Msdgc Kay Lake Dam?
Msdgc Kay Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Kay Lake Dam last inspected?
Msdgc Kay Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.