Settlers Ridge Pond 1 Dam, located in Sugar Grove, Illinois, along the Blackberry Creek, was completed in 2006 by COWHEY GUDMUNDSEN LEDER.
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This private dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, with a height of 9 feet and a length of 1420 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 63 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 195 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 10.8 acres and draining a 1.9 square mile area.
The dam is regulated and inspected by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), ensuring its compliance with state regulations for safety and environmental impact. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Settlers Ridge Pond 1 Dam provides essential flood protection for the surrounding community. Despite its condition assessment not being available, regular inspections are conducted every five years to maintain its structural integrity and effectiveness.
Lauren Underwood (D), the Congressional Representative for the area, oversees the dam's operations and safety measures. With an uncontrolled spillway type and a spillway width of 13 feet, the dam is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 199 cubic feet per second in case of extreme flooding events. Settlers Ridge Pond 1 Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for flood control in Kane County, Illinois, contributing to the overall resilience of the region against water resource challenges exacerbated by climate change.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
1420 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
BLACKBERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.8 |
Drainage Area |
1.9 |
Nid Storage |
195 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |