Whitfield Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitfield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 136 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01048 |
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
JAMES WHITFIELD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitfield Lake Dam?
Whitfield 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 Whitfield Lake Dam?
Whitfield Lake Dam is owned by JAMES WHITFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitfield Lake Dam built?
Whitfield Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Whitfield Lake Dam?
Whitfield 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 Whitfield Lake Dam?
Whitfield Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Whitfield Lake Dam last inspected?
Whitfield Lake Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.