Waddell Dam
Key Takeaway
Waddell Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 71.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50411 |
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
LARRY & VIRGINIA WADDELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Waddell Dam?
Waddell 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 Waddell Dam?
Waddell Dam is owned by LARRY & VIRGINIA WADDELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waddell Dam built?
Waddell Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Waddell Dam?
Waddell Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Waddell Dam?
Waddell Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Waddell Dam last inspected?
Waddell Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.