Rocky Ford Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rocky Ford Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 295 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00856 |
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
PAT NETEMEYER,VIRGIL LAYTON,TONY WILLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Ford Pond Dam?
Rocky Ford 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 Rocky Ford Pond Dam?
Rocky Ford Pond Dam is owned by PAT NETEMEYER,VIRGIL LAYTON,TONY WILLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rocky Ford Pond Dam built?
Rocky Ford Pond Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Rocky Ford Pond Dam?
Rocky Ford Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rocky Ford Pond Dam?
Rocky Ford Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Rocky Ford Pond Dam last inspected?
Rocky Ford Pond Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.