Mcclure East Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcclure East Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 284 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00279 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARKEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcclure East Pond Dam?
Mcclure East Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mcclure East Pond Dam?
Mcclure East Pond Dam is owned by MARKEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcclure East Pond Dam built?
Mcclure East Pond Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Mcclure East Pond Dam?
Mcclure East 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 Mcclure East Pond Dam?
Mcclure East Pond Dam 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 Mcclure East Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcclure East Pond Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.