Gahr Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Gahr Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 69.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40059 |
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
ONEIA GAHR;ONEIA GAHR
Private
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Low Hazard 52 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gahr Pond Dam 1?
Gahr Pond Dam 1 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 Gahr Pond Dam 1?
Gahr Pond Dam 1 is owned by ONEIA GAHR;ONEIA GAHR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gahr Pond Dam 1 built?
Gahr Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Gahr Pond Dam 1?
Gahr Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gahr Pond Dam 1?
Gahr Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 32 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 Gahr Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Gahr Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on June 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.