Wick Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Wick Pond Dam 1 is classified as unknown in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40096 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARTIN WICK;MARTIN WICK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wick Pond Dam 1?
Wick Pond Dam 1 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wick Pond Dam 1?
Wick Pond Dam 1 is owned by MARTIN WICK;MARTIN WICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wick Pond Dam 1 built?
Wick Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Wick Pond Dam 1?
Wick Pond Dam 1 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 Wick Pond Dam 1?
Wick Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Wick Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Wick Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on June 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.