Nugent-Shapanski 2

TR- OTTER CREEK S FORK· Jersey, Illinois· Built 1953· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Other Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Nugent-Shapanski 2 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge85 cfs
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDIL40051

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: August 30, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

NUGENT-SHAPANSKI;NUGENT-SHAPANSKI

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nugent-Shapanski 2?

Nugent-Shapanski 2 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 Nugent-Shapanski 2?

Nugent-Shapanski 2 is owned by NUGENT-SHAPANSKI;NUGENT-SHAPANSKI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nugent-Shapanski 2 built?

Nugent-Shapanski 2 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 Nugent-Shapanski 2?

Nugent-Shapanski 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Nugent-Shapanski 2?

Nugent-Shapanski 2 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 Nugent-Shapanski 2 last inspected?

Nugent-Shapanski 2 was last inspected on August 30, 2018. 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.