Shepherd Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Shepherd Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 342 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00148 |
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
GUNTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shepherd Pond Dam?
Shepherd 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 Shepherd Pond Dam?
Shepherd Pond Dam is owned by GUNTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shepherd Pond Dam built?
Shepherd Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Shepherd Pond Dam?
Shepherd 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 Shepherd Pond Dam?
Shepherd Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Shepherd Pond Dam last inspected?
Shepherd Pond Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.