Spin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 90.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 645 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00284 |
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
SPIN LAKE INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spin Lake Dam?
Spin 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 Spin Lake Dam?
Spin Lake Dam is owned by SPIN LAKE INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spin Lake Dam built?
Spin Lake Dam 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 Spin Lake Dam?
Spin 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 Spin Lake Dam?
Spin Lake Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Spin Lake Dam last inspected?
Spin Lake Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.