Stark Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Stark Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50287 |
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
CAROL STREAM PARTNERS, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stark Farm Dam?
Stark Farm 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 Stark Farm Dam?
Stark Farm Dam is owned by CAROL STREAM PARTNERS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stark Farm Dam built?
Stark Farm Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Stark Farm Dam?
Stark Farm 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 Stark Farm Dam?
Stark Farm Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Stark Farm Dam last inspected?
Stark Farm Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.