Fennell Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fennell Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 237 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40132 |
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
W.W. FENNELL;W.W. FENNELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fennell Pond Dam?
Fennell 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 Fennell Pond Dam?
Fennell Pond Dam is owned by W.W. FENNELL;W.W. FENNELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fennell Pond Dam built?
Fennell Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Fennell Pond Dam?
Fennell Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fennell Pond Dam?
Fennell Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Fennell Pond Dam last inspected?
Fennell Pond Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.