White Hall Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
White Hall Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 80.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,060 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 817 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 556 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 673 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00757 |
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
CITY OF WHITE HALL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of White Hall Reservoir Dam?
White Hall Reservoir 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 White Hall Reservoir Dam?
White Hall Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF WHITE HALL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Hall Reservoir Dam built?
White Hall Reservoir Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 White Hall Reservoir Dam?
White Hall Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is White Hall Reservoir Dam?
White Hall Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 38 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 White Hall Reservoir Dam last inspected?
White Hall Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.