Zarges Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Zarges Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 217 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | IL40086 |
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
BILLY ZARGES;BILLY ZARGES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Zarges Pond Dam?
Zarges 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 Zarges Pond Dam?
Zarges Pond Dam is owned by BILLY ZARGES;BILLY ZARGES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zarges Pond Dam built?
Zarges Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Zarges Pond Dam?
Zarges Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Zarges Pond Dam?
Zarges Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Zarges Pond Dam last inspected?
Zarges Pond Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.