Kensington Parque Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Kensington Parque Dam, located in Madison County, Illinois, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

The dam, completed in 2004, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 300 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway.

Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and proper maintenance. With a significant hazard potential, the dam poses a moderate risk, prompting a regular inspection frequency of every three years. While the condition assessment is currently not available, efforts are being made to assess and manage any potential risks associated with the dam.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Kensington Parque Dam to be an intriguing structure that not only provides recreational opportunities but also serves as a critical infrastructure for water management in the area. As efforts continue to monitor and mitigate risks associated with the dam, its importance in ensuring public safety and environmental stewardship remains paramount in the ever-changing landscape of water resource management and climate adaptation.

Year Completed

2004

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

12

Surface Area

7

Nid Storage

80

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.