Elliot Golf Course Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Rockford, Illinois, the Elliot Golf Course Dam stands as a vital structure along the Tributary Kishwaukee River, serving as a recreational haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this earth dam with a height of 11 feet and a length of 250 feet offers a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet, providing essential water management for the region. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.

Managed by the local government, the Elliot Golf Course Dam is a key component of the region's water infrastructure, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation while safeguarding against potential risks. With a spillway type of uncontrolled and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and maintaining water quality in the area. Although the condition assessment is not available, the dam's inspection frequency of 3 times a year reflects a commitment to ensuring its structural integrity and functionality.

As climate change continues to impact water resources, the Elliot Golf Course Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices. With its strategic location and essential role in the local ecosystem, this earth dam serves as a beacon of resilience and adaptation in the face of evolving environmental challenges. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Elliot Golf Course Dam is not just a structure but a symbol of stewardship and conservation in the heart of Winnebago County, Illinois.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

TRIB KISHWAUKEE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

45

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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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.