Dams in Gallatin County, Illinois
10Total Dams
0High Hazard
5Significant
Dam Safety in Gallatin County, Illinois
Gallatin County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 5 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Gallatin County is 58 years old. The most common purpose is other. The tallest dam is Pounds Hollow at 43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pounds Hollow | Significant | Fair | 43 | Recreation | 1939 |
| Peabody/pond Dam | Significant | Not Available | 21 | Other | 1969 |
| Peabody/eagle 2/lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 21 | Other | 1969 |
| Omaha Township Civic Center Dam | Significant | Not Available | 18 | Water Supply | 1980 |
| Peabody/fresh Water Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 12 | Other | 1969 |
| Grindstaff Hollow Club Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 29 | Recreation | 1961 |
| Omaha City Reservoir Dam | Low | Not Available | 22 | Water Supply | 1965 |
| Peabody/eagle1/fresh Water Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 19 | Water Supply | 1968 |
| Peabody/eagle 2/slurry Pond 3 Dam | Low | Not Available | 18 | Other | 1985 |
| Ozee Pond Dam | Low | Not Available | 16 | Recreation | 1966 |