Cartter Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cartter Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 312 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01025 |
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
JOAN WILLIAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cartter Pond Dam?
Cartter 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 Cartter Pond Dam?
Cartter Pond Dam is owned by JOAN WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cartter Pond Dam built?
Cartter Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Cartter Pond Dam?
Cartter 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 Cartter Pond Dam?
Cartter Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Cartter Pond Dam last inspected?
Cartter Pond Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.