Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam

TRIB BLUE CREEK· Pike, Illinois· Built 1997· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 76.2% in IL)
Dam Length3,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage268 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDIL50396

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: July 7, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

CITY OF PITTSFIELD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam?

Pittsfield Dredge Disposal 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 Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam?

Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF PITTSFIELD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam built?

Pittsfield Dredge Disposal 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 Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam?

Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam?

Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam last inspected?

Pittsfield Dredge Disposal Pond Dam was last inspected on July 7, 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.