Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam
Key Takeaway
Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 415 cfs |
| NID ID | IL55124 |
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
CITY OF AURORA/GALENA & CONSTITUTION P
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam?
Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard 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 Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam?
Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam is owned by CITY OF AURORA/GALENA & CONSTITUTION P (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam?
Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam?
Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard 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 Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam last inspected?
Orchard Lake Galena Boulevard Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.