John Surgeon Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
John Surgeon Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 133 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40042 |
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
JOHN SURGEON;JOHN SURGEON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Surgeon Pond Dam?
John Surgeon 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 John Surgeon Pond Dam?
John Surgeon Pond Dam is owned by JOHN SURGEON;JOHN SURGEON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Surgeon Pond Dam built?
John Surgeon 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 John Surgeon Pond Dam?
John Surgeon Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is John Surgeon Pond Dam?
John Surgeon 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 John Surgeon Pond Dam last inspected?
John Surgeon Pond Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.