Northern Oaks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Northern Oaks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 91.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 760 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 460 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 93 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00321 |
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
NORTHERN OAKS ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Northern Oaks Lake Dam?
Northern Oaks 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 Northern Oaks Lake Dam?
Northern Oaks Lake Dam is owned by NORTHERN OAKS ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Northern Oaks Lake Dam built?
Northern Oaks Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Northern Oaks Lake Dam?
Northern Oaks Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Northern Oaks Lake Dam?
Northern Oaks Lake Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Northern Oaks Lake Dam last inspected?
Northern Oaks Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.