Techumseh
Key Takeaway
Techumseh is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50614 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Techumseh?
Techumseh 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 Techumseh?
Techumseh is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Techumseh built?
Techumseh was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Techumseh?
Techumseh 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 Techumseh?
Techumseh has a dam height of 22 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 Techumseh last inspected?
Techumseh was last inspected on September 29, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.