Wetfoot Lake Dam

EAST BRANCH POPLAR CREEK· Cook, Illinois· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wetfoot Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.5% in IL)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage633 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDIL55027

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 12, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

COOK COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wetfoot Lake Dam?

Wetfoot 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 Wetfoot Lake Dam?

Wetfoot Lake Dam is owned by COOK COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wetfoot Lake Dam?

Wetfoot Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wetfoot Lake Dam?

Wetfoot Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Wetfoot Lake Dam last inspected?

Wetfoot Lake Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.