Fisk Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fisk Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 344 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40023 |
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
Donald Fisk
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fisk Pond Dam?
Fisk 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 Fisk Pond Dam?
Fisk Pond Dam is owned by Donald Fisk (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fisk Pond Dam built?
Fisk Pond Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Fisk Pond Dam?
Fisk Pond Dam 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 Fisk Pond Dam?
Fisk 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 Fisk Pond Dam last inspected?
Fisk Pond Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.