Mueth Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mueth Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 191 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50299 |
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
JOAN MUETH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mueth Lake Dam?
Mueth 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 Mueth Lake Dam?
Mueth Lake Dam is owned by JOAN MUETH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mueth Lake Dam built?
Mueth Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Mueth Lake Dam?
Mueth 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 Mueth Lake Dam?
Mueth Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Mueth Lake Dam last inspected?
Mueth Lake Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.