Panama Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Panama Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 423 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00701 |
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
RAYMOND COLEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Panama Lake Dam?
Panama 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 Panama Lake Dam?
Panama Lake Dam is owned by RAYMOND COLEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Panama Lake Dam built?
Panama Lake Dam was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Panama Lake Dam?
Panama Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Panama Lake Dam?
Panama Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Panama Lake Dam last inspected?
Panama Lake Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.