Don Johnson Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Don Johnson Pond Dam, also known as Johnson Pond, is a private dam located in Edwards, Illinois, within the Peoria County region.


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Summary

Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and stretches 205 feet in length. Serving primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, it also offers recreational opportunities for visitors.

Managed by the IDNR, Don Johnson Pond Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 80 cubic feet per second. The dam's storage capacity is 28 acre-feet, providing irrigation and wildlife habitat support in the area.

The surrounding TR- KICKAPOO CREEK N river and stream benefit from the dam's presence, contributing to the overall water resource management in the region. With its commitment to fish and wildlife conservation and recreational activities, Don Johnson Pond Dam stands as a vital component of the local ecosystem, showcasing the intersection of human infrastructure with natural resource preservation efforts.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

205

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

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Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

0.09

Nid Storage

28

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

29
       
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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.