Streamwood Golf Course Dam
Key Takeaway
Streamwood Golf Course Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50158 |
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
VILLAGE OF STREAMWOOD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Streamwood Golf Course Dam?
Streamwood Golf Course 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 Streamwood Golf Course Dam?
Streamwood Golf Course Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF STREAMWOOD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Streamwood Golf Course Dam built?
Streamwood Golf Course Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Streamwood Golf Course Dam?
Streamwood Golf Course 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 Streamwood Golf Course Dam?
Streamwood Golf Course Dam 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 Streamwood Golf Course Dam last inspected?
Streamwood Golf Course Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.