Gabbert Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Gabbert Pond Dam, located in Tazewell County, Illinois, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 150 feet in length along the TRIB FARM CREEK. Although its storage capacity is not specified, the dam is categorized as having a high hazard potential due to its condition assessment not being available, indicating a need for further evaluation.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Gabbert Pond Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. While its spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 0 feet, the dam poses a moderate risk (3 on a scale of 1-5) according to the risk assessment. The last inspection was conducted in May 2017, with a recommended frequency of annual inspections to monitor its condition and address any potential hazards.
Despite the lack of specific details on storage capacity and condition assessment, Gabbert Pond Dam serves as a recreational spot in East Peoria, offering opportunities for leisure activities. With its historical significance dating back to the mid-20th century, this earth dam continues to play a role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures for the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB FARM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Gabbert Pond Dam