Comlara Park Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Evergreen Lake Dam Stark Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Located in McLean, Illinois, Comlara Park Pond Dam is a recreational earth dam designed by HANSON ENGINEERS and completed in 1996.
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Summary
This dam, with a height of 15 feet and a length of 600 feet, serves the primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam holds a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 42 acre-feet and a surface area of 15 acres.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Comlara Park Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam's uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 604 feet, can handle a maximum discharge of 500 cubic feet per second. While the condition assessment is currently not available, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. With its beautiful surroundings and recreational opportunities, Comlara Park Pond Dam is a must-visit destination for those interested in water resources and climate conservation.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB EVERGREEN LAKE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Comlara Park Pond Dam