Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 357 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00976 |
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
ROCKY FORD SPORTSMAN CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam?
Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake 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 Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam?
Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam is owned by ROCKY FORD SPORTSMAN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam built?
Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam?
Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South 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 Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam?
Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South 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 Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam last inspected?
Rocky Ford Sportsman Club South Lake Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.