Located in Joliet, Illinois, the Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam is a vital structure designed by CLARK DIETZ to mitigate flood risks along the Des Plaines River.
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With a dam height of 25 feet and a length of 1000 feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction in the area. The dam has a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.5 acres, serving as an essential component of the local water resource management system.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam is deemed to have a low hazard potential and a high risk assessment rating of 2. While the condition assessment of the dam is currently not available, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite its critical role in flood control, the dam does not have a spillway and is not associated with any locks or outlet gates.
As part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Will County, Illinois, the Joliet West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience. With its strategic location and design features, this earth dam continues to safeguard the surrounding community from potential water-related hazards, showcasing the collaborative efforts of local authorities and engineering experts in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in the region.
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
DES PLAINES RIVER - OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Du Page River At Shorewood
|
196cfs |
Hickory Creek At Joliet
|
25cfs |
Kankakee River Near Wilmington
|
2240cfs |
Mazon River Near Coal City
|
4cfs |
Long Run Near Lemont
|
2cfs |
West Branch Du Page River Near Naperville
|
68cfs |