Crabill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Crabill 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 | 35 ft (taller than 76.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00857 |
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
DELMAR CRABILL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crabill Pond Dam?
Crabill 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 Crabill Pond Dam?
Crabill Pond Dam is owned by DELMAR CRABILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crabill Pond Dam built?
Crabill 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 Crabill Pond Dam?
Crabill 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 Crabill Pond Dam?
Crabill Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Crabill Pond Dam last inspected?
Crabill Pond Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.