A16 Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
A16 Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 407 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,430 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00123 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of A16 Pond Dam?
A16 Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates A16 Pond Dam?
A16 Pond Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was A16 Pond Dam built?
A16 Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of A16 Pond Dam?
A16 Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is A16 Pond Dam?
A16 Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was A16 Pond Dam last inspected?
A16 Pond Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.