Wood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 567 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | IL00737 |
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
USACE
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wood Lake Dam?
Wood 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 Wood Lake Dam?
Wood Lake Dam is owned by USACE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wood Lake Dam built?
Wood Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Wood Lake Dam?
Wood 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 Wood Lake Dam?
Wood Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Wood Lake Dam last inspected?
Wood Lake Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.