Pratt Pond Dam

TR- BIG CREEK· Fulton, Illinois· Built 1978· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pratt Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage32 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge142 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDIL40022

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: November 6, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

GARY PRATT;GARY PRATT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pratt Pond Dam?

Pratt 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 Pratt Pond Dam?

Pratt Pond Dam is owned by GARY PRATT;GARY PRATT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pratt Pond Dam built?

Pratt 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 Pratt Pond Dam?

Pratt Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pratt Pond Dam?

Pratt Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Pratt Pond Dam last inspected?

Pratt Pond Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2017. 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.