Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50376 |
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
EAGLE RIDGE INN & RESORT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam?
Eagle Ridge East 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 Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam?
Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam is owned by EAGLE RIDGE INN & RESORT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam built?
Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam?
Eagle Ridge East 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 Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam?
Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam last inspected?
Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.