Craig Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Craig Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40063 |
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
WILLIAM CRAIG;WILLIAM CRAIG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Craig Pond Dam 1?
Craig Pond Dam 1 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 Craig Pond Dam 1?
Craig Pond Dam 1 is owned by WILLIAM CRAIG;WILLIAM CRAIG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Craig Pond Dam 1 built?
Craig Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Craig Pond Dam 1?
Craig Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Craig Pond Dam 1?
Craig Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Craig Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Craig Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on April 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.