Staunton Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Staunton Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 86.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,425 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1996 |
| NID ID | IL00767 |
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
CITY OF STAUNTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Staunton Reservoir Dam?
Staunton Reservoir 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 Staunton Reservoir Dam?
Staunton Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF STAUNTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Staunton Reservoir Dam built?
Staunton Reservoir Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Staunton Reservoir Dam?
Staunton Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Staunton Reservoir Dam?
Staunton Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Staunton Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Staunton Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.