Shullock Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shullock Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 203 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00751 |
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
CHUCK SHULL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shullock Lake Dam?
Shullock Lake 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 Shullock Lake Dam?
Shullock Lake Dam is owned by CHUCK SHULL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shullock Lake Dam built?
Shullock Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Shullock Lake Dam?
Shullock 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 Shullock Lake Dam?
Shullock Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Shullock Lake Dam last inspected?
Shullock Lake Dam was last inspected on May 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.