Deushane Slurry Impoundment 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Deushane Slurry Impoundment 2 Dam, also known as External Plug Ep-2, is a privately owned structure located in Knox County, Illinois.
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Summary
Constructed in 1983 by the Midland Coal Company, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. The dam has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
Situated along the Trib Littlers Creek, the Deushane Slurry Impoundment 2 Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is not available, the dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in June 2017. Despite its controlled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, the dam poses no imminent threat and meets regulatory guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures.
As an essential component of the local ecosystem, the Deushane Slurry Impoundment 2 Dam plays a vital role in supporting fish and wildlife habitats in the region. With its sturdy buttress core design and state-regulated status, this dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and showcases the intersection of human infrastructure with environmental conservation efforts in Illinois.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB LITTLERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
45 |
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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.
Deushane Slurry Impoundment 2 Dam