Arentsen Pond 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Arentsen Pond 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00937 |
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
KELLY AND THE COLONEL, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arentsen Pond 2 Dam?
Arentsen Pond 2 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 Arentsen Pond 2 Dam?
Arentsen Pond 2 Dam is owned by KELLY AND THE COLONEL, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arentsen Pond 2 Dam built?
Arentsen Pond 2 Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Arentsen Pond 2 Dam?
Arentsen Pond 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arentsen Pond 2 Dam?
Arentsen Pond 2 Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Arentsen Pond 2 Dam last inspected?
Arentsen Pond 2 Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.