Giberson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Giberson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40025 |
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
CARROLL GIBERSON;CARROLL GIBERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Giberson Pond Dam?
Giberson 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 Giberson Pond Dam?
Giberson Pond Dam is owned by CARROLL GIBERSON;CARROLL GIBERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Giberson Pond Dam built?
Giberson Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Giberson Pond Dam?
Giberson Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, 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 Giberson Pond Dam?
Giberson Pond Dam 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 Giberson Pond Dam last inspected?
Giberson Pond Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.