Saddlewood Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Saddlewood Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 558 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50197 |
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
RUTLAND PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Saddlewood Estates Dam?
Saddlewood Estates 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 Saddlewood Estates Dam?
Saddlewood Estates Dam is owned by RUTLAND PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Saddlewood Estates Dam built?
Saddlewood Estates Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Saddlewood Estates Dam?
Saddlewood Estates 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 Saddlewood Estates Dam?
Saddlewood Estates 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 Saddlewood Estates Dam last inspected?
Saddlewood Estates Dam was last inspected on September 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.