Mclaughlin Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mclaughlin Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 86.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00796 |
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
MCLAUGHLIN BODY COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mclaughlin Pond Dam?
Mclaughlin 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 Mclaughlin Pond Dam?
Mclaughlin Pond Dam is owned by MCLAUGHLIN BODY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mclaughlin Pond Dam built?
Mclaughlin Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Mclaughlin Pond Dam?
Mclaughlin 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 Mclaughlin Pond Dam?
Mclaughlin Pond Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Mclaughlin Pond Dam last inspected?
Mclaughlin Pond Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.