Old Tom Creek WS Str 29
Key Takeaway
Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 391 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 472 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40036 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLYDE YOUNG;CLYDE YOUNG
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Tom Creek WS Str 29?
Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Old Tom Creek WS Str 29?
Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 is owned by CLYDE YOUNG;CLYDE YOUNG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 built?
Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Old Tom Creek WS Str 29?
Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Tom Creek WS Str 29?
Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 has a dam height of 22 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 Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 last inspected?
Old Tom Creek WS Str 29 was last inspected on July 5, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.