Woods Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woods Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.8% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 272 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 268 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00250 |
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
WEE-MA-TUK HILLS INC.
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Woods Lake Dam?
Woods 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 Woods Lake Dam?
Woods Lake Dam is owned by WEE-MA-TUK HILLS INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woods Lake Dam built?
Woods Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Woods Lake Dam?
Woods 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 Woods Lake Dam?
Woods Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Woods Lake Dam last inspected?
Woods Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.