Faivre Pond Dam 4
Key Takeaway
Faivre Pond Dam 4 is classified as unknown in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 411 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40014 |
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
DON FAIVRE;DON FAIVRE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Faivre Pond Dam 4?
Faivre Pond Dam 4 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 Faivre Pond Dam 4?
Faivre Pond Dam 4 is owned by DON FAIVRE;DON FAIVRE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faivre Pond Dam 4 built?
Faivre Pond Dam 4 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Faivre Pond Dam 4?
Faivre Pond Dam 4 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 Faivre Pond Dam 4?
Faivre Pond Dam 4 has a dam height of 22 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 Faivre Pond Dam 4 last inspected?
Faivre Pond Dam 4 was last inspected on October 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.