Summary
Completed in 1995, this Earth-type dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a normal storage capacity of 264 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 11 feet and stretches 780 feet in length, creating a surface area of 120.3 acres along an unnamed tributary of Big Pine Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, Pine Creek Dam has been rated as having a poor condition as of 2013, which raises concerns about its long-term safety and effectiveness. The dam lacks outlet gates and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 150 feet. The structure is inspected every five years, with the last assessment conducted in February 2018.
With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Pine Creek Dam may benefit from risk management measures to ensure its continued functionality and safety. As a vital resource for fish and wildlife conservation, it is crucial for the state regulatory agency, IDNR, to prioritize maintenance and potential upgrades to mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam. Climate and water resource enthusiasts should closely monitor the condition and management of Pine Creek Dam to ensure the preservation of this important ecological asset.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BIG PINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
120.3 |
Drainage Area |
1.08 |
Nid Storage |
633 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Pine Creek Dam