Pregler Pond Dam

MACOUPIN CREEK· Greene, Illinois· Built 1961· Earth· 30 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Pregler Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Illinois. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL)
Dam Length272 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage43 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge145 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDIL40030

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 19, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

CURTIS PREGLER;CURTIS PREGLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pregler Pond Dam?

Pregler Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Pregler Pond Dam?

Pregler Pond Dam is owned by CURTIS PREGLER;CURTIS PREGLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pregler Pond Dam built?

Pregler Pond Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Pregler Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Pregler Pond Dam?

Pregler Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Pregler Pond Dam last inspected?

Pregler Pond Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2020. 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.