Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1
Key Takeaway
Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | IL50522 |
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
DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1?
Spring Lake Wetland Unit 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 Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1?
Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1 is owned by DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1?
Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1?
Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1 has a dam height of 8 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 Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1 last inspected?
Spring Lake Wetland Unit 1 was last inspected on July 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.