Located in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, the Hawthorn Woods Country Club Wwtp Dam, also known as the Wastewater Reclamation & Reuse Dam, serves as a crucial irrigation resource for the area.
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Built in 2006 by Sheaffer & Roland, Inc., this private dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans a length of 1300 feet, providing storage capacity of 164 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary of Indian Creek, the dam supports offstream water management, with a surface area of 15 acres and a drainage area of 0.02 square miles.
Maintained and regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the dam boasts a low hazard potential and a high risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is not currently available, regular inspections are carried out with a frequency of 5 years. Despite the lack of a spillway, the Hawthorn Woods Country Club Wwtp Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its primary purpose being irrigation, the dam exemplifies sustainable water use practices in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
As a key feature within the water infrastructure of Lake County, Illinois, this earth dam with buttress core types showcases the importance of private sector involvement in water resource management. With its strategic location and efficient design, the Hawthorn Woods Country Club Wwtp Dam stands as a testament to the innovative solutions needed to address water scarcity and climate change impacts. Its role in reclamation and reuse underscores the necessity of adaptive measures in safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB INDIAN CREEK - OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
164 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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Camp Reinberg
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The Hollows Conservation Area campground
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Fourth Lake Resort campsite
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