Trago Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Trago Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00157 |
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
CLARENCE TRAGO
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Trago Lake Dam?
Trago 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 Trago Lake Dam?
Trago Lake Dam is owned by CLARENCE TRAGO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trago Lake Dam built?
Trago Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Trago Lake Dam?
Trago Lake Dam 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 Trago Lake Dam?
Trago Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Trago Lake Dam last inspected?
Trago Lake Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.