Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam

TRIB BLUE CREEK· Pike, Illinois· Built 1960· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 69.5% in IL)
Dam Length585 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage454 acre-ft
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDIL00743

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: May 4, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

JACK & LINDA KIRK

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam?

Pittsfield Lake 2 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 Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam?

Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam is owned by JACK & LINDA KIRK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam built?

Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam?

Pittsfield Lake 2 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 Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam?

Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam last inspected?

Pittsfield Lake 2 Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2023. 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.