Atkins Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Atkins Pond Dam, located in Bluff City, Illinois, was completed in 1975 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital resource for fish and wildlife in the area.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at 36 feet high and spans 205 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 49 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife habitats, the dam also serves fire protection, recreational, and stock purposes.
The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score. Despite its condition assessment being marked as 'Not Available', Atkins Pond Dam continues to play a crucial role in the local ecosystem. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 20 feet, helps manage water flow in times of excess, ensuring the safety and stability of the dam structure.
As a private-owned dam, Atkins Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. Its presence on Tr- Wilson Creek contributes to the overall environmental health of the area, providing a diverse range of benefits to the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
205 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Wilson Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
49 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sangamon River Near Oakford
|
356cfs |
Spoon River At Seville
|
161cfs |
Sangamon River At Petersburg
|
146cfs |
La Moine River At Ripley
|
33cfs |
Salt Creek Near Greenview
|
159cfs |
Illinois River At Kingston Mines
|
5290cfs |
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.
Atkins Pond Dam