Downing Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Downing 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 | 32 ft (taller than 69.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00183 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Downing Pond Dam?
Downing 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 Downing Pond Dam?
Downing Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Downing Pond Dam built?
Downing 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 Downing Pond Dam?
Downing 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 Downing Pond Dam?
Downing Pond Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Downing Pond Dam last inspected?
Downing Pond Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.