Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 580 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50041 |
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
MARK & ANNE RICKMEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam?
Rickmeyer Small 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 Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam?
Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam is owned by MARK & ANNE RICKMEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam built?
Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam?
Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam?
Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam last inspected?
Rickmeyer Small Lake Dam was last inspected on December 31, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.