Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 4,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 456 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,686 cfs |
| NID ID | IL50594 |
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
SUGAR CAMP ENERGY, LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam?
Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake 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 Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam?
Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam is owned by SUGAR CAMP ENERGY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam?
Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam?
Sugar Camp/Mine 1/Fresh Water Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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.