Godfrey Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Godfrey Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,294 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00182 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Godfrey Pond Dam?
Godfrey Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Godfrey Pond Dam?
Godfrey Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Godfrey Pond Dam built?
Godfrey Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Godfrey Pond Dam?
Godfrey Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Godfrey Pond Dam?
Godfrey Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Godfrey Pond Dam last inspected?
Godfrey Pond Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.