Edward Schirz Pond Dam

BEAR CREEK; TR- APPLE CREEK· Greene, Illinois· Built 1963· Earth· 25 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Edward Schirz Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Illinois. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL)
Dam Length175 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge155 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDIL40026

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 25, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

EDWARD SCHIRZ;EDWARD SCHIRZ

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edward Schirz Pond Dam?

Edward Schirz Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Edward Schirz Pond Dam?

Edward Schirz Pond Dam is owned by EDWARD SCHIRZ;EDWARD SCHIRZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edward Schirz Pond Dam built?

Edward Schirz Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Edward Schirz Pond Dam?

Edward Schirz Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Edward Schirz Pond Dam?

Edward Schirz 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 Edward Schirz Pond Dam last inspected?

Edward Schirz Pond Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.