Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 249 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00301 |
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
WILLIAM E. BUSTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam?
Radnor Rod and Gun Club 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 Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam?
Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam is owned by WILLIAM E. BUSTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam built?
Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam?
Radnor Rod and Gun Club 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 Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam?
Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Radnor Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.