Mulvaney Pond Dam

TRIB KICKAPOO CREEK· Peoria, Illinois· Built 1978· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length215 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDIL01196

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 18, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

E. MULVANEY ESTATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.