Coens Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Coens Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01021 |
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
HELEN COEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coens Pond Dam?
Coens 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 Coens Pond Dam?
Coens Pond Dam is owned by HELEN COEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coens Pond Dam built?
Coens Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Coens Pond Dam?
Coens 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 Coens Pond Dam?
Coens Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Coens Pond Dam last inspected?
Coens Pond Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.