Raw Water Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Raw Water Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 674 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00175 |
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
CONSOLIDATION COAL COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Raw Water Reservoir Dam?
Raw Water Reservoir 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 Raw Water Reservoir Dam?
Raw Water Reservoir Dam is owned by CONSOLIDATION COAL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raw Water Reservoir Dam built?
Raw Water Reservoir Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Raw Water Reservoir Dam?
Raw Water Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Raw Water Reservoir Dam?
Raw Water Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Raw Water Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Raw Water Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.