Paragon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Paragon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 2,286 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 583 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 506 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00677 |
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
PARAGON LAKE ESTATES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paragon Lake Dam?
Paragon 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 Paragon Lake Dam?
Paragon Lake Dam is owned by PARAGON LAKE ESTATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paragon Lake Dam built?
Paragon Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Paragon Lake Dam?
Paragon 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 Paragon Lake Dam?
Paragon Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Paragon Lake Dam last inspected?
Paragon Lake Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.