Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam
Key Takeaway
Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 73.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00927 |
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
DONALD KING & RAY WHITE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam?
Shoal Creek Structure 14 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 Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam?
Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam is owned by DONALD KING & RAY WHITE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam built?
Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam?
Shoal Creek Structure 14 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 Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam?
Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam last inspected?
Shoal Creek Structure 14 Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.