Bests Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bests Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 79.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 335 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01026 |
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
ROBERT L. BEST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bests Pond Dam?
Bests 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 Bests Pond Dam?
Bests Pond Dam is owned by ROBERT L. BEST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bests Pond Dam built?
Bests Pond Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Bests Pond Dam?
Bests Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bests Pond Dam?
Bests Pond Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Bests Pond Dam last inspected?
Bests Pond Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.