Hayes Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hayes Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 323 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40012 |
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
ERMA HAYES;ERMA HAYES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hayes Pond Dam?
Hayes 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 Hayes Pond Dam?
Hayes Pond Dam is owned by ERMA HAYES;ERMA HAYES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hayes Pond Dam built?
Hayes Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hayes Pond Dam?
Hayes Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hayes Pond Dam?
Hayes Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Hayes Pond Dam last inspected?
Hayes Pond Dam was last inspected on July 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.