Fraley Pond

SAND BRANCH; TR- LITTLE BEAR· Greene, Illinois· Built 1966· Earth· 29 ft tall
Unknown Other Private

Key Takeaway

Fraley Pond is classified as unknown in Illinois. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge95 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDIL40028

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 19, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

RAYMOND FRALEY;RAYMOND FRALEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fraley Pond?

Fraley Pond 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 Fraley Pond?

Fraley Pond is owned by RAYMOND FRALEY;RAYMOND FRALEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fraley Pond built?

Fraley Pond was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Fraley Pond?

Fraley Pond 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 Fraley Pond?

Fraley Pond has a dam height of 29 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 Fraley Pond last inspected?

Fraley Pond was last inspected on August 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.