Cummins Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Cummins Pond Dam, located in Belltown, Illinois, was completed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital water resource for the region.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 225 feet, with a primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife in the area. The dam's normal storage capacity is 56 acre-feet, providing essential water for the surrounding ecosystem.
This earth dam on the TR- NIGGER LICK stream has a spillway width of 10 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, allowing for a maximum discharge of 84 cubic feet per second. With a drainage area of 0.09 square miles and a surface area of 6 acres, Cummins Pond Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region. The dam is state-regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Despite its moderate hazard potential, the condition assessment of Cummins Pond Dam is currently not available. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the maintenance and inspection of this dam to mitigate any risks and ensure the continued protection of the surrounding environment. With its significant impact on the local ecosystem, Cummins Pond Dam remains a key feature in water resource management in Greene County, Illinois.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR- NIGGER LICK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Cummins Pond Dam