Harrison Park West Detention Dam dam
Harrison Park West Detention Dam
Harrison Park West Detention Dam, located in Rockford, Illinois, is a private-owned structure designed for flood risk reduction along the Trib Kishwaukee River. With a height of 15 feet and a length of 900 feet, this earth dam serves as a crucial water resource management system in Winnebago County. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to ensure proper maintenance and inspection.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the condition assessment of Harrison Park West Detention Dam is currently not available. The dam's last inspection took place in July 2018, with an inspection frequency of every 3 years. While the risk assessment is moderate, with a rating of 3, there is no detailed risk management plan in place. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the condition and management of this structure to ensure the safety of its surrounding areas in case of emergencies.
As a vital infrastructure in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks, Harrison Park West Detention Dam plays a crucial role in the overall water management system in Winnebago County. With its location along the Trib Kishwaukee River and the continuous monitoring and inspection by the IDNR, this earth dam serves as a key component in protecting the community from potential water-related disasters. It is essential for stakeholders and enthusiasts to stay informed about the dam's condition and any updates regarding its risk management measures to ensure the safety and resilience of the area in the face of changing climate patterns.
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 Harrison Park West Detention Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kishwaukee River Near Perryville | 736 cfs | → |
| Kishwaukee River At Belvidere | 345 cfs | → |
| South Branch Kishwaukee River Nr Fairdale Il | 168 cfs | → |
| Rock River At Byron | 8,900 cfs | → |
| Rock River At Rockton | 7,140 cfs | → |
| Pecatonica River Nr Shirland | 1,820 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Harrison Park West Detention Dam.
Boat launches
- Cherry Valley Path Cherry Valley
- Rock River Recreation Path Rockford
- Harlem Road Winnebago County
- Lakecrest Road Winnebago County
- Draft Machesney Park
- Market Street Byron
Campgrounds
- Hononegah Forest Preserve Campground
- Rivers Edge Campground
- Sugar River Forest Preserve - Pine Tree
- Sugar River Forest Preserve - Riverfront
- White Oak
- Shady Rest Camping Area
Fishing spots
Track Harrison Park West Detention 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 Harrison Park West Detention Dam
Where does the data for Harrison Park West Detention 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 Harrison Park West Detention Dam.