Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam

TRIB SIX MILE CREEK· McLean, Illinois· Built 1999· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 8.1% in IL)
Dam Length950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge720 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDIL50462

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 4, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

TWIN CITY DEVELOPERS, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam?

Northbridge Subdivision 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 Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam?

Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam is owned by TWIN CITY DEVELOPERS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam built?

Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam?

Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam?

Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam last inspected?

Northbridge Subdivision Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.