York Pond Dam

TRIB ROBINSON CREEK· Crawford, Illinois· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

York Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge178 cfs
NID IDIL50635

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 8, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY, LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of York Pond Dam?

York 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 York Pond Dam?

York Pond Dam is owned by MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY, LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of York Pond Dam?

York Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is York Pond Dam?

York Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 York Pond Dam last inspected?

York Pond Dam was last inspected on January 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.