Wenzel Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Wenzel Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 312 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40057 |
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
JACK WENZEL;JACK WENZEL
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wenzel Pond Dam 1?
Wenzel 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 Wenzel Pond Dam 1?
Wenzel Pond Dam 1 is owned by JACK WENZEL;JACK WENZEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wenzel Pond Dam 1 built?
Wenzel Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Wenzel Pond Dam 1?
Wenzel 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 Wenzel Pond Dam 1?
Wenzel Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 25 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 Wenzel Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Wenzel Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on September 25, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.