Miller Pond Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Miller Pond Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 351 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40077 |
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
FRANK MILLER;FRANK MILLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miller Pond Dam 2?
Miller Pond Dam 2 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 Miller Pond Dam 2?
Miller Pond Dam 2 is owned by FRANK MILLER;FRANK MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller Pond Dam 2 built?
Miller Pond Dam 2 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Miller Pond Dam 2?
Miller Pond Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Miller Pond Dam 2?
Miller Pond Dam 2 has a dam height of 28 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 Miller Pond Dam 2 last inspected?
Miller Pond Dam 2 was last inspected on November 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.