Woodlake Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodlake Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 859 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | IL50577 |
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
WOOD LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodlake Estates Dam?
Woodlake 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 Woodlake Estates Dam?
Woodlake Estates Dam is owned by WOOD LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Woodlake Estates Dam?
Woodlake Estates Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Woodlake Estates Dam?
Woodlake Estates Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Woodlake Estates Dam last inspected?
Woodlake Estates Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.