Rising Spring Orchard Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Rising Spring Orchard Lake Dam, located in Pike, Illinois, along the TRIB DUTCH CREEK, was completed in 1956 and stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 589 feet.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, with state inspection, enforcement, and permitting in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
While the dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 30 feet, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. The last inspection was conducted in July 2016, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. With a condition assessment of "Not Available," more detailed risk assessment and management measures may be needed to address any potential concerns. Overall, the Rising Spring Orchard Lake Dam presents an important water resource for irrigation and recreation in the area, requiring ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community and environment.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
589 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB DUTCH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bay Creek At Pittsfield
|
43cfs |
Illinois River At Valley City
|
2970cfs |
Spencer Cr. Bl Plum Cr. Nr Frankford
|
24cfs |
Salt River Near New London
|
82cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
Salt River Near Center
|
63cfs |
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.
Rising Spring Orchard Lake Dam