Webber Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Webber Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 393 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00975 |
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
PAUL WEBBER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Webber Lake Dam?
Webber 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 Webber Lake Dam?
Webber Lake Dam is owned by PAUL WEBBER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Webber Lake Dam built?
Webber Lake Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Webber Lake Dam?
Webber 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 Webber Lake Dam?
Webber Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Webber Lake Dam last inspected?
Webber Lake Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.