Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01016 |
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
COLUMBIA QUARRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam?
Upper Columbia Quarry 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 Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam?
Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam is owned by COLUMBIA QUARRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam built?
Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam?
Upper Columbia Quarry 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 Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam?
Upper Columbia Quarry 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 Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Columbia Quarry Lake Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.