Fitzjarrell Lake Dam in Greene, Illinois, is a privately owned structure designed by Hurst Rosche Engineers and completed in 1998.
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The dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, with a capacity of 453 acre-feet of storage and a normal storage level of 304 acre-feet. It is located on Trib Wolf Creek and has a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating.
The earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 500 feet in length, with a surface area of 25 acres and a drainage area of 0.67 square miles. The spillway, classified as uncontrolled, has a width of 28 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 342 cubic feet per second. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and its condition assessment is currently not available.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the Fitzjarrell Lake Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Its location in Belltown, Illinois, offers opportunities for recreation and water supply, making it a valuable resource for both residents and visitors alike.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.67 |
Nid Storage |
453 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
Macoupin Creek Near Kane
|
20cfs |
Illinois River At Valley City
|
4670cfs |
Bay Creek At Pittsfield
|
43cfs |
Mill Creek Near Florissant
|
0cfs |
Coldwater Creek Near Black Jack
|
7cfs |
La Moine River At Ripley
|
23cfs |