Woodfield Lake Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodfield Lake Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50480 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WOODFIELD LAKE ESTATES ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodfield Lake Estates Dam?
Woodfield Lake Estates Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Woodfield Lake Estates Dam?
Woodfield Lake Estates Dam is owned by WOODFIELD LAKE ESTATES ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodfield Lake Estates Dam built?
Woodfield Lake Estates Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Woodfield Lake Estates Dam?
Woodfield Lake Estates 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 Woodfield Lake Estates Dam?
Woodfield Lake Estates Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Woodfield Lake Estates Dam last inspected?
Woodfield Lake Estates Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.