Schneider Pond Dam

TRIB BEAVER CREEK· Gallatin, Illinois· Built 1966· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Schneider Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 20.3% in IL)
Dam Length460 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage303 acre-ft
Normal Storage168 acre-ft
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDIL00069

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: June 28, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

GLENN SCHNEIDER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schneider Pond Dam?

Schneider 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 Schneider Pond Dam?

Schneider Pond Dam is owned by GLENN SCHNEIDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Schneider Pond Dam built?

Schneider Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Schneider Pond Dam?

Schneider 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 Schneider Pond Dam?

Schneider Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Schneider Pond Dam last inspected?

Schneider Pond Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2018. 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.