Benson Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Benson Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 330 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40137 |
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
GORDON BENSON;GORDON BENSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Benson Pond Dam 1?
Benson Pond Dam 1 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 Benson Pond Dam 1?
Benson Pond Dam 1 is owned by GORDON BENSON;GORDON BENSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Benson Pond Dam 1 built?
Benson Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Benson Pond Dam 1?
Benson Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Benson Pond Dam 1?
Benson Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 29 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 Benson Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Benson Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on July 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.