Nixon Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Nixon Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 394 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 875 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40082 |
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
DALE NIXON;DALE NIXON
Private
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Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Nixon Pond Dam 1?
Nixon 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 Nixon Pond Dam 1?
Nixon Pond Dam 1 is owned by DALE NIXON;DALE NIXON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nixon Pond Dam 1 built?
Nixon 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 Nixon Pond Dam 1?
Nixon Pond Dam 1 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 Nixon Pond Dam 1?
Nixon Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 22 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 Nixon Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Nixon Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on September 19, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.