Hunter Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Hunter Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 95 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40140 |
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
BUD HUNTER;BUD HUNTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunter Pond Dam 1?
Hunter Pond Dam 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 Hunter Pond Dam 1?
Hunter Pond Dam 1 is owned by BUD HUNTER;BUD HUNTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunter Pond Dam 1 built?
Hunter Pond Dam 1 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 Hunter Pond Dam 1?
Hunter Pond Dam 1 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 Hunter Pond Dam 1?
Hunter Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 27 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 Hunter Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Hunter Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on October 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.