Track Loop Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Main Lake Dam Arentsen Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Track Loop Pond Dam, located in Hamilton County, Illinois, is a private water supply structure situated along Wheeler Creek.
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Summary
Built with an earth core and stone foundation, this dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a length of 2800 feet. With a storage capacity of 464 acre-feet, it primarily serves the purpose of water supply, providing a normal storage capacity of 136 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 16.6 acres.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Track Loop Pond Dam is state-regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced for compliance. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk rating, indicating a need for ongoing risk management measures. While the condition assessment is currently unavailable, inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure the dam's safety and integrity.
With an uncontrolled spillway type and a maximum discharge capacity of 80.5 cubic feet per second, Track Loop Pond Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. As a key structure in the St. Louis District, this dam contributes to the environmental and climate resilience of the area, highlighting the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of changing weather patterns and increasing water demand.
Dam Length |
2800 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
WHEELER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
464 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
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.
Track Loop Pond Dam