Kruger Pond Dam 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Kruger Pond Dam 1, located in Massac County, Illinois, was completed in 1962 and is primarily used for fish and wildlife pond purposes.


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Summary

Built by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a length of 300 feet. With a storage capacity of 9 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital habitat for local flora and fauna in the area. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 11 feet, allowing for natural water flow management.

Managed by a private owner, Kruger Pond Dam 1 is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular state inspections. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. While the dam's condition assessment is not available, it continues to provide essential ecological benefits to the surrounding Seven Mile Creek watershed. With its picturesque setting and recreational opportunities, the dam serves as a valuable resource for both wildlife conservation and local community engagement.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

TR- SEVEN MILE CREEK W

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Drainage Area

0.01

Nid Storage

9

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

14
       
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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.