Dams in Jasper County, Illinois
8Total Dams
0High Hazard
3Significant
Dam Safety in Jasper County, Illinois
Jasper County has 8 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 3 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Jasper County is 53 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Newton Power Station Lake Dam at 54 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Power Station Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 54 | Recreation | 1975 |
| Sam Parr Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 35 | Recreation | 1970 |
| Newton Station Ash Pond | Significant | Not Available | 22 | Other | |
| Eaton Lake Dam 1 | Low | Not Available | 28 | Other | 1965 |
| Lake Sandpoint Dam | Low | Not Available | 27 | Recreation | 1972 |
| Dhom Lake Dam 1 | Low | Not Available | 27 | Irrigation | 1975 |
| Lake Jasper Dam | Low | Not Available | 18 | Recreation | 1945 |
| Newton Power Station Supplemental Cooling Pond Dam | Low | Not Available | 17 | Other | 2003 |