Westview Acres Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Westview Acres Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 853 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50408 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WESTFALEN LAKE HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westview Acres Lake Dam?
Westview Acres Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Westview Acres Lake Dam?
Westview Acres Lake Dam is owned by WESTFALEN LAKE HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westview Acres Lake Dam built?
Westview Acres Lake Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Westview Acres Lake Dam?
Westview Acres 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 Westview Acres Lake Dam?
Westview Acres Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Westview Acres Lake Dam last inspected?
Westview Acres Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.