Enke Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Enke Pond Dam 1 is classified as unknown in Illinois. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 442 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40070 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LOUIS ENKE;LOUIS ENKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Enke Pond Dam 1?
Enke Pond Dam 1 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 Enke Pond Dam 1?
Enke Pond Dam 1 is owned by LOUIS ENKE;LOUIS ENKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Enke Pond Dam 1 built?
Enke Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Enke Pond Dam 1?
Enke Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Enke Pond Dam 1?
Enke Pond Dam 1 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 Enke Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Enke Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on September 25, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.