F. Meyer Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
F. Meyer Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 40.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 139 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40031 |
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
FRANCIS MEYER;FRANCIS MEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of F. Meyer Pond Dam?
F. Meyer 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 F. Meyer Pond Dam?
F. Meyer Pond Dam is owned by FRANCIS MEYER;FRANCIS MEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was F. Meyer Pond Dam built?
F. Meyer Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 F. Meyer Pond Dam?
F. Meyer Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is F. Meyer Pond Dam?
F. Meyer Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 F. Meyer Pond Dam last inspected?
F. Meyer Pond Dam was last inspected on August 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.