Foerich Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Foerich Pond Dam, located in Perry County, Illinois, is a private earth dam completed in 1953 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 21 feet and a length of 450 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 122 acre-feet and is situated along the Trib Mud Creek. Despite being rated with a low hazard potential, it is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one recorded in July 2015.
While the dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, it remains a crucial structure for maintaining water resources in the area. The risk assessment for Foerich Pond Dam is considered high (2), emphasizing the importance of proper management and maintenance measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality. Despite limited information on its current condition assessment, the dam's significance in providing water for fire protection and supporting local wildlife underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and risk mitigation efforts. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Foerich Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study in the intersection of infrastructure management and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
122 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kaskaskia River Near Venedy Station
|
219cfs |
Little Crooked Creek Near New Minden
|
2cfs |
Kaskaskia River At New Athens
|
431cfs |
Silver Creek Near Freeburg
|
54cfs |
Richland Creek Near Hecker
|
15cfs |
Mississippi River At Chester
|
83100cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Foerich Pond Dam