Schmidgall Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Schmidgall Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40139 |
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
CARL SCHMIDGALL;CARL SCHMIDGALL
Private
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Low Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Schmidgall Dam 1?
Schmidgall Dam 1 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 Schmidgall Dam 1?
Schmidgall Dam 1 is owned by CARL SCHMIDGALL;CARL SCHMIDGALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schmidgall Dam 1 built?
Schmidgall Dam 1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Schmidgall Dam 1?
Schmidgall Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schmidgall Dam 1?
Schmidgall Dam 1 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 Schmidgall Dam 1 last inspected?
Schmidgall Dam 1 was last inspected on May 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.