Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 80.7% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | IL50438 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GEORGE MYERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam?
Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam?
Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam is owned by GEORGE MYERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam built?
Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam?
Myers Ranch Farms 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 Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam?
Myers Ranch Farms 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 Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam last inspected?
Myers Ranch Farms Pond Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.