Fort Jesse Detention Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: North Pointe Lake Dam Eagle Creek Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Fort Jesse Detention Pond Dam in McLean, Illinois, is a vital structure owned by the local government to reduce flood risk in the area.
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Summary
Regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, this earth dam with buttress core types serves its primary purpose effectively. Although details on its height, length, and volume are not available, its high hazard potential indicates its critical role in managing water resources in the region.
Located in the Rock Island District, this dam operates with an uncontrolled spillway type and has a moderate risk assessment. Despite lacking specific data on its condition assessment and emergency action plan, the dam undergoes regular inspections with a high inspection frequency. With the potential for high hazard and moderate risk, Fort Jesse Detention Pond Dam is a key infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support in ensuring its effective operation for flood risk reduction in McLean County, Illinois.
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sugar Creek Near Bloomington
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23cfs |
Mackinaw River Near Congerville
|
19cfs |
Kickapoo Creek At Waynesville
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11cfs |
Salt Creek Near Rowell
|
15cfs |
Vermilion River At Pontiac
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12cfs |
Farm Creek At Farmdale
|
9cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Fort Jesse Detention Pond Dam