Hardiman Pond Dam

Tr- Mitchell Creek· Fayette, Illinois· Built 1977· Earth· 25 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Hardiman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge167 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDIL40017

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 29, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

Kevin Hardiman

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hardiman Pond Dam?

Hardiman 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 Hardiman Pond Dam?

Hardiman Pond Dam is owned by Kevin Hardiman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hardiman Pond Dam built?

Hardiman Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Hardiman Pond Dam?

Hardiman Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hardiman Pond Dam?

Hardiman Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Hardiman Pond Dam last inspected?

Hardiman Pond Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.