Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40155 |
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
KENNY MEISENHEIMER;KENNY MEISENHEIMER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1?
Meisenheimer 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 Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1?
Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1 is owned by KENNY MEISENHEIMER;KENNY MEISENHEIMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1 built?
Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1?
Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1?
Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Meisenheimer Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on August 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.