School Street Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
School Street Detention Basin Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 10% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 195 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50388 |
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
CITY OF WASHINGTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of School Street Detention Basin Dam?
School Street Detention Basin 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 School Street Detention Basin Dam?
School Street Detention Basin Dam is owned by CITY OF WASHINGTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was School Street Detention Basin Dam built?
School Street Detention Basin Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 School Street Detention Basin Dam?
School Street Detention Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is School Street Detention Basin Dam?
School Street Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 12 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 School Street Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
School Street Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.