Union Pacific Global Iii Dam
Key Takeaway
Union Pacific Global Iii Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 7,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Max Discharge | 55 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50484 |
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
UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Union Pacific Global Iii Dam?
Union Pacific Global Iii 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 Union Pacific Global Iii Dam?
Union Pacific Global Iii Dam is owned by UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Union Pacific Global Iii Dam built?
Union Pacific Global Iii Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Union Pacific Global Iii Dam?
Union Pacific Global Iii 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 Union Pacific Global Iii Dam?
Union Pacific Global Iii 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 Union Pacific Global Iii Dam last inspected?
Union Pacific Global Iii Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.