Daily Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Daily Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 73.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 348 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 221 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 242 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00727 |
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
BILLY DAILY
Private
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Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Daily Pond Dam?
Daily 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 Daily Pond Dam?
Daily Pond Dam is owned by BILLY DAILY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daily Pond Dam built?
Daily Pond Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Daily Pond Dam?
Daily 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 Daily Pond Dam?
Daily Pond Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Daily Pond Dam last inspected?
Daily Pond Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.