Nix Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Nix Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 37.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00332 |
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
ALBERT NIX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nix Lake Dam?
Nix 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 Nix Lake Dam?
Nix Lake Dam is owned by ALBERT NIX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nix Lake Dam built?
Nix Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Nix Lake Dam?
Nix 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 Nix Lake Dam?
Nix Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Nix Lake Dam last inspected?
Nix Lake Dam was last inspected on October 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.