Kilton Pond Dam 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kilton Lake Dam Matthews Pond 1
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Kilton Pond Dam 2, located in Montgomery County, Illinois, was completed in 1963 for the primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 28 feet and length of 400 feet, has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres. It is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Managed by a private owner, Kilton Pond Dam 2 is considered to have a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam plays a crucial role in providing fire protection, recreational opportunities, and habitat for wildlife in the area. With a drainage area of 0.05 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 150 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a vital resource for the local ecosystem and community.
Designed by the USDA NRCS and constructed with earth and stone materials on a soil foundation, Kilton Pond Dam 2 stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. With its strategic location on the TR- SHOAL CREEK W W FORK, the dam not only contributes to flood control and water supply but also enhances the overall environmental quality of the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SHOAL CREEK W W FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Kilton Pond Dam 2