Pond 2a Dam

TRIB FISH LAKE· Lake, Illinois· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Pond 2a Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.5% in IL)
Dam Length180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge395 cfs
NID IDIL55122

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 15, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

DRH CAMBRIDGE HOMES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pond 2a Dam?

Pond 2a 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 Pond 2a Dam?

Pond 2a Dam is owned by DRH CAMBRIDGE HOMES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pond 2a Dam?

Pond 2a Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pond 2a Dam?

Pond 2a Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Pond 2a Dam last inspected?

Pond 2a Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. 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.