Lyle Avenue Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Lyle Avenue Dam, also known as the Valley Creek Detention Pond, is a privately owned structure located in Kane County, Illinois, specifically in the city of Streamwood.


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Summary

Completed in 1997, this earthen dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Tyler Creek. With a height of 8 feet and a length of 574 feet, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 2300 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the Lyle Avenue Dam has a low hazard potential and is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and is designed with buttress core types. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Available", the risk assessment for this structure is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures in the future.

Overall, the Lyle Avenue Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and regulatory aspects of this dam, as well as the collaboration between private owners and state agencies to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this important infrastructure.

Year Completed

1997

Dam Length

574

Dam Height

8

River Or Stream

TYLER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

65

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

8
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.