Don Johnson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Don Johnson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40127 |
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
DON JOHNSON;DON JOHNSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Don Johnson Pond Dam?
Don Johnson 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 Don Johnson Pond Dam?
Don Johnson Pond Dam is owned by DON JOHNSON;DON JOHNSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Don Johnson Pond Dam built?
Don Johnson 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 Don Johnson Pond Dam?
Don Johnson Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Don Johnson Pond Dam?
Don Johnson Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Don Johnson Pond Dam last inspected?
Don Johnson Pond Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.