Randolph Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Randolph Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.5% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 55 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40098 |
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
Wayne Randolph
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Randolph Pond Dam 1?
Randolph 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 Randolph Pond Dam 1?
Randolph Pond Dam 1 is owned by Wayne Randolph (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Randolph Pond Dam 1 built?
Randolph Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Randolph Pond Dam 1?
Randolph Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Randolph Pond Dam 1?
Randolph Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 27 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 Randolph Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Randolph Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on August 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.