Kazimer Lake Dam dam
Kazimer Lake Dam
Kazimer Lake Dam, located in Spring Grove, Illinois, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. Constructed in 1965 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this private dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene escape for visitors to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area. With a height of 15 feet and a length of 580 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, providing a vital resource for the local community.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Kazimer Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and integrity. With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply for the region. Despite its age, the dam continues to fulfill its function effectively, showcasing the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring in the face of changing climate conditions.
As a focal point for outdoor recreation and a key component of water resource management in McHenry County, Kazimer Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between human activities, natural ecosystems, and climate impacts. With its scenic location on the tributary of Nippersink Creek, the dam stands as a symbol of resilience and stewardship in the face of environmental challenges. Visitors and enthusiasts alike can appreciate the beauty and significance of this structure while also recognizing the ongoing efforts to ensure its safety and sustainability for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Kazimer Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nippersink Creek Near Spring Grove | 147 cfs | → |
| Nippersink Creek Above Wonder Lake | 32 cfs | → |
| Boone Creek Near Mc Henry | 6 cfs | → |
| Fox River Near New Munster | 442 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Old Mill Creek | 17 cfs | → |
| White River At Center Street At Lake Geneva | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kazimer Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Chain-O-Lakes State Park Lake County
- Il 173 Lake County
- Harts Road Spring Grove
- Elizabeth Lake Boat Launch
- Lake Mary Boat Launch
- Camp Lake -- Access At Along 286th
Campgrounds
- Mud Lake West
- North Branch Conservation Area (Cyclists Only)
- Fourth Lake Resort Campsite
- Rv Camping @ Big Foot Beach State Park
- Tent Camping @ Big Foot Beach State Park
- Lake Geneva Youth Camp
Fishing spots
Track Kazimer Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Kazimer Lake Dam
Where does the data for Kazimer Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Kazimer Lake Dam.