Dams in Champaign County, Illinois
7Total Dams
1High Hazard
4Significant
Dam Safety in Champaign County, Illinois
Champaign County has 7 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. Another 4 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Champaign County is 59 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Homer Lake Dam at 31 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trautman Lake Dam | High | Not Available | 20 | Recreation | 1965 |
| Lake Of The Woods Dam | Significant | Not Available | 30 | Recreation | 1940 |
| Sangamon Valley Pwd Pcf Dam | Significant | Not Available | 18 | Other | |
| Greenwood Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 15 | Recreation | 1960 |
| Conway Farm Subdivision Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 15 | Flood Risk Reduction | 2004 |
| Homer Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 31 | Recreation | 1969 |
| Spring Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 28 | Recreation | 1964 |