Sacome Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Sacome Pond Dam, located in Christian County, Illinois, was completed in 1963 and is owned by a private entity.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 25 feet and a length of 220 feet, serves primarily for fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond. Managed by the USDA NRCS, the dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. It has a normal storage capacity of 43 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 66 acre-feet, offering crucial water resources for the surrounding area.
The dam is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and mitigating potential risks in the region. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Sacome Pond Dam continues to provide essential services while meeting state permitting and enforcement requirements.
Overall, Sacome Pond Dam stands as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the area, offering not only fire protection but also recreational and environmental benefits. With its strategic location on the tributary of the North Fork Sangamon River, the dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners and government agencies in safeguarding water resources and providing sustainable solutions for climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
220 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB NORTH FORK SANGAMON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1140 |
Drainage Area |
80 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Sacome Pond Dam