Hillcrest Farms Pond 1
Key Takeaway
Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 224 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40005 |
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
HILLCREST FARMS;HILLCREST FARMS
Private
Nearby Dams
Wagner Lake Dam
Bond, IL
Low Hazard 28 ftPotthast Lake Dam
Bond, IL
Low Hazard 15 ftTomahawk Lake Dam
Bond, IL
Low Hazard 19 ftGreenville Old City Lake Dam
Bond, IL
Low Hazard 30 ftRayburn Lake Dam
Madison, IL
Significant Hazard 27 ftWick Pond Dam 1
Madison, IL
Unknown 26 ftKlaus Lake Dam
Madison, IL
Significant Hazard 17 ftRinco Instrument Corporation Lake Dam
Bond, IL
Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hillcrest Farms Pond 1?
Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 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 Hillcrest Farms Pond 1?
Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 is owned by HILLCREST FARMS;HILLCREST FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 built?
Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 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 Hillcrest Farms Pond 1?
Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hillcrest Farms Pond 1?
Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 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 Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 last inspected?
Hillcrest Farms Pond 1 was last inspected on May 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.