Whoopie Cat
Key Takeaway
Whoopie Cat is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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 | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 316 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 296 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00035 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whoopie Cat?
Whoopie Cat 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 Whoopie Cat?
Whoopie Cat is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whoopie Cat built?
Whoopie Cat was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Whoopie Cat?
Whoopie Cat 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 Whoopie Cat?
Whoopie Cat 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 Whoopie Cat last inspected?
Whoopie Cat was last inspected on May 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.