Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00501 |
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
VIRGIL KLEINLEIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam?
Kleinlein Farm 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 Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam?
Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam is owned by VIRGIL KLEINLEIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam built?
Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam?
Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam?
Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam 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 Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
Kleinlein Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.