Duck Creek Station Dams, also known as Duck Creek Station Cooling Pond, is a privately owned water resource infrastructure located in Liverpool, Illinois.
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Constructed in 1975 by Commonwealth Associates, these earth dams serve a variety of purposes, with a primary purpose listed as 'Other.' The dams have a total height of 123 feet and a length of 1783 feet, providing significant storage capacity with a normal storage level of 56,867 acre-feet.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the Duck Creek Station Dams are regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring their safety and compliance with regulatory standards. The dams exhibit a high hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway type is listed as 'Uncontrolled' with a spillway width of 10 feet, and the maximum discharge capacity is 2740 cubic feet per second.
The Duck Creek Station Dams play a crucial role in water resource management in the area, providing storage for 78,140 acre-feet of water and covering a surface area of 1820 acres. With their strategic location on Duck Creek, these dams contribute to the overall hydrological dynamics of the region, making them of interest to water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to understand and appreciate the complexities of dam infrastructure and its impact on the environment.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1783 |
Dam Height |
123 |
River Or Stream |
DUCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1820 |
Drainage Area |
15.5 |
Nid Storage |
78140 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
123 |
Illinois River At Kingston Mines
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5290cfs |
Mackinaw River Near Green Valley
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40cfs |
Spoon River At Seville
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161cfs |
Sangamon River Near Oakford
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356cfs |
Spoon River At London Mills
|
86cfs |
Salt Creek Near Greenview
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159cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rice Lake State Conservation Area
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Back Country 11
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Back Country 10
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Back Country 7
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Fulton County Rec Area
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Back Country 9
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