Wick Pond Dam 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Wick Pond Dam 1, located in Albers, Illinois, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1977.


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Summary

This earth dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, offering recreational opportunities for enthusiasts in the area. The dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 305 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 63 acre-feet.

Maintained by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Wick Pond Dam 1 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's spillway, with a width of 30 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for the release of excess water to prevent flooding. With a moderate hazard potential, the dam presents a manageable risk level, and emergency preparedness measures are in place to address any potential issues.

Despite its modest size, Wick Pond Dam 1 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, providing habitat for fish and wildlife while offering recreational opportunities for the community. As a well-regulated and maintained structure, it stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and the importance of conservation efforts in preserving our natural environment.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

305

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR- SUGAR CREEK W

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

63

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.