Dams in Wabash County, Illinois
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Wabash County, Illinois
Wabash County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Wabash County is 64 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Mesa Lake Dam at 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 26 | Recreation | 1968 |
| Sugar Creek Lake Dam | Significant | Not Available | 14 | Recreation | |
| Fish Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 18 | Recreation | 1968 |
| Wabash Valley Club Conservation Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 18 | Recreation | 1950 |
| Beall Woods Lake Dam | Low | Not Available | 12 | Recreation | 1960 |