Alsup Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Alsup Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 87.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 329 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 251 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00499 |
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
DAWN ENTERPRISES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alsup Farm Pond Dam?
Alsup Farm 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 Alsup Farm Pond Dam?
Alsup Farm Pond Dam is owned by DAWN ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alsup Farm Pond Dam built?
Alsup Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Alsup Farm Pond Dam?
Alsup Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alsup Farm Pond Dam?
Alsup Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Alsup Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
Alsup Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on December 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.