Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam
Key Takeaway
Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 14,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01206 |
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
METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam?
Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a 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 Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam?
Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a 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 Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam built?
Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam?
Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam?
Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a 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 Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam last inspected?
Msdgc Sludge Pond 1-3a Dam was last inspected on June 27, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.