Woodscreek Detention Dam, located in Lake in the Hills, Illinois, was completed in 1991 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Woods Creek tributary.
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Designed by YORK ENGINEERING, this earth dam stands at 13 feet in height and spans 300 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 6 feet, is of the uncontrolled type, allowing for a maximum discharge of 252 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the local government, Woodscreek Detention Dam is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and undergoes regular inspections every 5 years. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with specific risk management measures yet to be determined. While the condition assessment is currently unavailable, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status, as well as its inundation maps and risk assessment, are also pending updates. As an essential structure in mitigating flood risks in the region, Woodscreek Detention Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community against potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB WOODS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Fox River At Algonquin
|
725cfs |
Fox River At Algonquin (Tailwater)
|
644cfs |
Boone Creek Near Mc Henry
|
10cfs |
Tyler Creek At Elgin
|
8cfs |
Nippersink Creek Above Wonder Lake
|
25cfs |
Poplar Creek At Elgin
|
7cfs |