Stark Farm Dam, also known as Stark Farm Detention Reservoir, is a privately owned earth dam located in DuPage County, Illinois.
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Completed in 1992 by Christopher B. Burke, Ltd., this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction along Klein Creek. With a height of 10 feet and a length of 750 feet, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 152 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 4 acre-feet.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Stark Farm Dam is designed with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway type. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment level and is inspected every 5 years for safety and maintenance purposes. The dam has no outlet gates and has not been modified since its completion, demonstrating its reliability in mitigating flood risks for the surrounding area.
Stark Farm Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the city of Carol Stream and its residents from potential flooding events. With its strategic location along Klein Creek and its effective flood risk reduction measures, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Illinois. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and design that goes into maintaining the safety and functionality of this essential infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
KLEIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
152 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |