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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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 |
Tyler Creek At Elgin
|
3cfs |
Poplar Creek At Elgin
|
3cfs |
Fox River At South Elgin
|
541cfs |
Fox River At Algonquin (Tailwater)
|
445cfs |
Fox River At Algonquin
|
725cfs |
Ferson Creek Near St. Charles
|
8cfs |