Rasmussen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rasmussen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 26.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01181 |
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
LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rasmussen Lake Dam?
Rasmussen 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 Rasmussen Lake Dam?
Rasmussen Lake Dam is owned by LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rasmussen Lake Dam built?
Rasmussen Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Rasmussen Lake Dam?
Rasmussen 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 Rasmussen Lake Dam?
Rasmussen Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Rasmussen Lake Dam last inspected?
Rasmussen Lake Dam was last inspected on December 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.