Located in Wyanet, Illinois, the Krause Pond Dam is a private structure built in 1955 primarily for recreational purposes. Standing at a height of 32 feet and spanning 145 feet in length, this earth dam on TRIB WEST BUREAU CREEK offers a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet. While the dam is classified as low hazard potential, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level (3) of risk, prompting regular inspections to ensure safety.

Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the Krause Pond Dam is state-regulated, with permits, inspections, and enforcement measures in place. Despite the dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the hazard potential remains low due to the dam's condition and the absence of a Emergency Action Plan (EAP). With the risk assessment emphasizing the need for continued risk management measures, the Krause Pond Dam serves as a vital recreational asset in Bureau County, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its picturesque surroundings along TRIB WEST BUREAU CREEK.