Weaver Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Weaver Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 87.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 107 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 127 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50379 |
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
JERRY WEAVER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weaver Ridge Lake Dam?
Weaver Ridge 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 Weaver Ridge Lake Dam?
Weaver Ridge Lake Dam is owned by JERRY WEAVER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weaver Ridge Lake Dam built?
Weaver Ridge Lake Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Weaver Ridge Lake Dam?
Weaver Ridge Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Weaver Ridge Lake Dam?
Weaver Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Weaver Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Weaver Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.