Benson Pond Dam 1
Illinois — Sangamon County — RICHARD CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Sangamon |
| River | RICHARD CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.87390, -89.79786 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| NID Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 5, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | GORDON BENSON;GORDON BENSON |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.