Village of Valmeyer Dam
Key Takeaway
Village of Valmeyer Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 68 ft (taller than 97% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50353 |
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
VILLAGE OF VALMEYER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Village of Valmeyer Dam?
Village of Valmeyer 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 Village of Valmeyer Dam?
Village of Valmeyer Dam is owned by VILLAGE OF VALMEYER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Village of Valmeyer Dam built?
Village of Valmeyer Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Village of Valmeyer Dam?
Village of Valmeyer 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 Village of Valmeyer Dam?
Village of Valmeyer Dam has a dam height of 68 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 Village of Valmeyer Dam last inspected?
Village of Valmeyer Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.