Dams in Alexander County, Illinois
3Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Alexander County, Illinois
Alexander County has 3 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Alexander County is 40 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Dann Kraatz Dam at 20 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dann Kraatz Dam | High | Not Available | 20 | Recreation | 2010 |
| Horseshoe Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 10 | Recreation | 1950 |
| Central Alexander County Sewage Treatment Pond Dam | Low | Not Available | 7 | Other | 1998 |