Mulvaney Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mulvaney Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 80.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01196 |
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
E. MULVANEY ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mulvaney Pond Dam?
Mulvaney 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 Mulvaney Pond Dam?
Mulvaney Pond Dam is owned by E. MULVANEY ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mulvaney Pond Dam built?
Mulvaney Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Mulvaney Pond Dam?
Mulvaney 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 Mulvaney Pond Dam?
Mulvaney Pond Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Mulvaney Pond Dam last inspected?
Mulvaney Pond Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.