Hadden Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hadden Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40118 |
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
WILLIAM HADDEN;WILLIAM HADDEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hadden Pond Dam?
Hadden 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 Hadden Pond Dam?
Hadden Pond Dam is owned by WILLIAM HADDEN;WILLIAM HADDEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hadden Pond Dam built?
Hadden Pond Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Hadden Pond Dam?
Hadden Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hadden Pond Dam?
Hadden 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 Hadden Pond Dam last inspected?
Hadden Pond Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.