Putnam County Conservation District Dam
Key Takeaway
Putnam County Conservation District Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 88% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 471 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50295 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PUTNAM COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Putnam County Conservation District Dam?
Putnam County Conservation District Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Putnam County Conservation District Dam?
Putnam County Conservation District Dam is owned by PUTNAM COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Putnam County Conservation District Dam built?
Putnam County Conservation District Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Putnam County Conservation District Dam?
Putnam County Conservation District 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 Putnam County Conservation District Dam?
Putnam County Conservation District Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Putnam County Conservation District Dam last inspected?
Putnam County Conservation District Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.