Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40015 |
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
SOLOMON LAKE INC.;SOLOMON LAKE INC.
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1?
Solomon Lake INC.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 Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1?
Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1 is owned by SOLOMON LAKE INC.;SOLOMON LAKE INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1 built?
Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1?
Solomon Lake INC.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 Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1?
Solomon Lake INC.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 Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1 last inspected?
Solomon Lake INC.Dam 1 was last inspected on June 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.