Langford Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Langford Pond Dam, located in Randolph County, Illinois, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1951, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and stretches 190 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, it primarily regulates the Trib Little Plum Creek and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Despite being privately owned, Langford Pond Dam falls under state regulation, with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 38 feet and is maintained with a moderate risk assessment rating. The last inspection in August 2018 found the dam in a condition assessment of "Not Available," highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and effectiveness.
Langford Pond Dam's strategic location in Evansville, Illinois, underlines its importance in serving the local community's water resource needs. As an essential component for fire protection and aquatic life support, this dam showcases the intersection of human development and environmental stewardship. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, Langford Pond Dam stands as a testament to the critical role of infrastructure in managing water resources in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
190 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB LITTLE PLUM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mississippi River At Chester
|
83100cfs |
Kaskaskia River At New Athens
|
431cfs |
Richland Creek Near Hecker
|
15cfs |
Silver Creek Near Freeburg
|
54cfs |
Kaskaskia River Near Venedy Station
|
219cfs |
South Fork Saline Creek Near Perryville
|
10cfs |
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.
Langford Pond Dam