Justison Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Justison Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 147 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40110 |
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
DAVID JUSTISON;DAVID JUSTISON
Private
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Low Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Justison Pond Dam 1?
Justison 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 Justison Pond Dam 1?
Justison Pond Dam 1 is owned by DAVID JUSTISON;DAVID JUSTISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Justison Pond Dam 1 built?
Justison Pond Dam 1 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 Justison Pond Dam 1?
Justison Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Justison Pond Dam 1?
Justison Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 30 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 Justison Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Justison Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on June 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.