Wilkinson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wilkinson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 79.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 302 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00188 |
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
JOHN & EVA DUNN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilkinson Pond Dam?
Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson Pond Dam?
Wilkinson Pond Dam is owned by JOHN & EVA DUNN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilkinson Pond Dam built?
Wilkinson Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Wilkinson Pond Dam?
Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson Pond Dam?
Wilkinson Pond Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Wilkinson Pond Dam last inspected?
Wilkinson Pond Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.