Dams in Pope County, Illinois
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
4Significant
Dam Safety in Pope County, Illinois
Pope County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 4 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Pope County is 61 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Bay Creek #8 at 59 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Creek #8 | Significant | Not Rated | 59 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1977 |
| Bay Creek Structure 5 Dam | Significant | Not Available | 51 | Recreation | 1976 |
| Lake Glendale | Significant | Satisfactory | 38 | Recreation | 1938 |
| One Horse Gap | Significant | Fair | 36 | Recreation | 1973 |
| Barger Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 39 | Recreation | 1958 |