Enke Pond Dam 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Meshach Lake Dam Shad Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 23, 2025
Enke Pond Dam 1, located in Jalapa, Illinois, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS with a height of 25 feet and a length of 350 feet.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, the dam serves a primary purpose other than flood control or water supply, and it has a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR- Coops Creek E and is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 30 feet and is constructed primarily of earth and stone materials on a soil foundation. Despite being inspected in September 2014, the condition assessment of the dam is not available, and its hazard potential is currently undetermined. The risk assessment for Enke Pond Dam 1 is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date and no risk management measures specified.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Enke Pond Dam 1 presents an interesting case study in dam management and regulation. With its location in Macoupin County, Illinois, and its association with the St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam provides valuable insights into the maintenance and risk assessment of earth dams in the region. As a privately owned structure with state jurisdiction and permitting, Enke Pond Dam 1 serves as a critical component of the local water infrastructure, highlighting the importance of proper monitoring and inspection to ensure public safety and water resource sustainability.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- COOPS CREEK E |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.55 |
Nid Storage |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
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.
Enke Pond Dam 1