H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam
H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam is an earth dam located in Warren County, Illinois, built in 1958. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam
The primary purpose of H. Wilkins Irrigation Dam is fish and wildlife pond. The dam creates habitat for fish and wildlife, supporting local ecosystems and potentially serving conservation goals. The dam is owned by D. And M. Chandler;d. And M. Chandler (private). It impounds the Swan Creek near Avon.
The dam stands 24 feet tall and stretches 300 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 9 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 94 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles. Completed in 1958, the structure is well into its service life at over 50 years old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 08/04/2024.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Warren |
| Nearest City | Avon |
| River/Stream | Swan Creek |
| Coordinates | 40.67930, -90.46989 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 288 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner | D. AND M. CHANDLER;D. AND M. CHANDLER |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| Last Inspection | 08/04/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | IL40151 |
| Federal ID | IL40151 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |