Cowen Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cowen Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01105 |
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
ELMORE STOCK FARM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cowen Pond Dam?
Cowen 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 Cowen Pond Dam?
Cowen Pond Dam is owned by ELMORE STOCK FARM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cowen Pond Dam built?
Cowen Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Cowen Pond Dam?
Cowen 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 Cowen Pond Dam?
Cowen Pond Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Cowen Pond Dam last inspected?
Cowen Pond Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.