Located in Golconda, Illinois, the Humm Lake Dam stands as a private structure regulating the flow of the tributary Hobbs Creek.
Wind
Humidity
Completed in 1966, this earth dam stretches 525 feet in length and reaches a modest height of 17 feet, providing a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet for recreational purposes. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, which oversees its regulation, inspection, and enforcement.
With a spillway width of zero and uncontrolled outlet gates, the Humm Lake Dam poses a moderate risk level according to assessments. While its condition assessment is currently unavailable, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity. Although the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, its risk management measures and hazard potential contribute to its overall safety and functionality for the community and visitors alike. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Humm Lake Dam serves as a noteworthy example of a privately owned structure supporting recreational activities while maintaining regulatory compliance and risk management protocols.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB HOBBS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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