Skylane Drive Dam
Key Takeaway
Skylane Drive Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 227 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50371 |
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
NAPERVILLE PARK DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skylane Drive Dam?
Skylane Drive 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 Skylane Drive Dam?
Skylane Drive Dam is owned by NAPERVILLE PARK DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skylane Drive Dam built?
Skylane Drive Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Skylane Drive Dam?
Skylane Drive 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 Skylane Drive Dam?
Skylane Drive Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Skylane Drive Dam last inspected?
Skylane Drive Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.