Tompkins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Tompkins Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 105 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40020 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAY TOMPKINS;JAY TOMPKINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tompkins Pond Dam?
Tompkins Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tompkins Pond Dam?
Tompkins Pond Dam is owned by JAY TOMPKINS;JAY TOMPKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tompkins Pond Dam built?
Tompkins Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Tompkins Pond Dam?
Tompkins 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 Tompkins Pond Dam?
Tompkins 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 Tompkins Pond Dam last inspected?
Tompkins Pond Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.