Millstadt Sportsman Club Lake Dam, located in Douglas, Illinois, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1951 for recreational purposes.
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The dam, standing at a height of 15 feet and stretching 470 feet in length, creates a reservoir with a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, features a width of 32 feet. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. Emergency action plans and risk management measures for the dam are currently not available, indicating a need for further preparation in case of potential emergencies. The surrounding area, including the Tributary of Douglas Creek, benefits from the recreational opportunities provided by the reservoir formed by Millstadt Sportsman Club Lake Dam. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find interest in the management and environmental impact assessment of this significant dam structure in St. Clair County, Illinois.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
470 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB DOUGLAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
138 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Silver Creek Near Freeburg
|
28cfs |
Richland Creek Near Hecker
|
13cfs |
Kaskaskia River At New Athens
|
551cfs |
Martigney Creek Near Arnold
|
0cfs |
Mississippi River At St. Louis
|
78100cfs |
Gravois Creek Near Mehlville
|
4cfs |