Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam
Key Takeaway
Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 548 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50391 |
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 PITSFIELD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam?
Pittsfield Sediment Trap 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 Sediment Trap Dam?
Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam is owned by CITY OF PITSFIELD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam built?
Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Sediment Trap Dam?
Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam?
Pittsfield Sediment Trap 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 Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam last inspected?
Pittsfield Sediment Trap Dam was last inspected on November 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.