Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam

SMALLPOX CREEK· Jo Daviess, Illinois· Built 1996· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge200 cfs
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDIL50376

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 7, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

EAGLE RIDGE INN & RESORT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam?

Eagle Ridge East 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 Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam?

Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam is owned by EAGLE RIDGE INN & RESORT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam built?

Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam?

Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam?

Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam last inspected?

Eagle Ridge East Pond Dam was last inspected on August 7, 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.