Stanrick Dam
Key Takeaway
Stanrick Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 69.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 3,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50225 |
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
STANRICK CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stanrick Dam?
Stanrick 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 Stanrick Dam?
Stanrick Dam is owned by STANRICK CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stanrick Dam built?
Stanrick Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Stanrick Dam?
Stanrick 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 Stanrick Dam?
Stanrick Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Stanrick Dam last inspected?
Stanrick Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.