Giberson Pond Dam, located in Greene County, Illinois, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS.
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This Earth-type dam was completed in 1970 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. It stands at a height of 29 feet and has a length of 175 feet, with a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet.
The dam is situated on the TR- MACOUPIN CREEK and is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. It has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and a maximum discharge of 80 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating potential hazards that need to be monitored and managed.
Even though the condition assessment of Giberson Pond Dam is not available, it is important to note that it is inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in August 2020. With its strategic location and significant impact on water resources in the area, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water levels and providing various benefits to the community.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
175 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR- MACOUPIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Macoupin Creek Near Kane
|
20cfs |
Mill Creek Near Florissant
|
0cfs |
Bay Creek At Pittsfield
|
43cfs |
Missouri River At St. Charles
|
34200cfs |
Cuivre River Near Troy
|
43cfs |
Coldwater Creek Near Black Jack
|
7cfs |