Franklin Waverly Outing Club Lake Dam, located in Morgan County, Illinois, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1900 primarily for recreational purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 360 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 279 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Woods Creek-offstream and is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is subject to regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in June 2020. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 46 feet. The risk assessment for the dam has been classified as moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. Emergency action plans and inundation maps for the dam are not currently available, but the dam is deemed to meet regulatory guidelines.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Franklin Waverly Outing Club Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in privately owned recreational dams in Illinois. With its historical significance and moderate risk assessment, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
WOODS CREEK-OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
279 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Spring Creek At Springfield
|
6cfs |
South Fork Sangamon River Nr Rochester
|
14cfs |
Sangamon River At Petersburg
|
199cfs |
Sangamon River At Riverton
|
188cfs |
Macoupin Creek Near Kane
|
20cfs |
Illinois River At Valley City
|
4670cfs |