Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 2,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50026 |
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
FREEMAN UNITED COAL MINING COMPANY
Private
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Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam?
Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 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 Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam?
Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam is owned by FREEMAN UNITED COAL MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam built?
Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam?
Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 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 Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam?
Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 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 Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam last inspected?
Freeman United/Industry/Pond 1 Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.