Jack Smith Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Jack Smith Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 265 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40048 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JACK SMITH;JACK SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jack Smith Pond Dam?
Jack Smith Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jack Smith Pond Dam?
Jack Smith Pond Dam is owned by JACK SMITH;JACK SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jack Smith Pond Dam built?
Jack Smith Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Jack Smith Pond Dam?
Jack Smith Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jack Smith Pond Dam?
Jack Smith 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 Jack Smith Pond Dam last inspected?
Jack Smith Pond Dam was last inspected on September 30, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.