Dams in Richland County, Illinois
10Total Dams
2High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Richland County, Illinois
Richland County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Richland County is 72 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is East Fork Lake Dam at 84 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Fork Lake Dam | High | Not Available | 84 | Recreation | 1972 |
| M. D. Borah Lake Dam | High | Not Available | 36 | Recreation | 1953 |
| Vernor Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 42 | Recreation | 1924 |
| Jordan Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 25 | Recreation | 1950 |
| Hahn Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 32 | Recreation | 1947 |
| Bunn Pond Dam 1 | Low | Not Available | 28 | Other | 1970 |
| Nix Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 23 | Recreation | 1953 |
| Webber Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 22 | Recreation | 1943 |
| Millers Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 20 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1952 |
| Coens Pond Dam | Low | Not Available | 18 | Recreation | 1974 |