Cedar Lake Dam, located in Grantsburg, Illinois, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1973.
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Its primary purpose is for recreation, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam is an earth type structure with a height of 24 feet and a length of 1330 feet, providing a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 35 acre-feet.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Cedar Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. It is situated on the TRIB MAX CREEK, within the St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no associated locks. The last inspection date was in June 2014, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cedar Lake Dam offers a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure management and risk assessment. With its recreational focus and state-regulated operations, the dam serves as a key component of the local watershed, providing valuable storage capacity while maintaining a low hazard potential. The involvement of various federal and state agencies in the dam's design, construction, and regulation highlights the collaborative effort required to ensure the safety and functionality of critical water resources in Illinois.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
1330 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB MAX CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Ondessonk
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Red Bud Campground
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Teal Pond Campground
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Turkey Ridge Tent Campground
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Cedar Grove Camping Area
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Bear Branch Horse Resort
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