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Cervantes Lake Dam, located in Pulaski, Illinois, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
Built in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 23 feet tall and spans a length of 645 feet. With a storage capacity of 245 acre-feet, the dam serves as a picturesque spot for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy boating, fishing, and other recreational activities.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Cervantes Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a hazard potential rated as low. Despite its moderate risk assessment score, the dam has not undergone a recent condition assessment, and details on its emergency action plan and risk management measures are not available at this time. With its serene surroundings and commitment to safety, Cervantes Lake Dam remains a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Located in the St. Louis District and situated along the TRIB BOAR CREEK, Cervantes Lake Dam offers a tranquil retreat in Unity, Illinois. Although there are no associated structures or federal agency involvements, the dam continues to provide a valuable water resource for the local community. As efforts to enhance its risk assessment and emergency preparedness evolve, Cervantes Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible dam management and the importance of balancing recreation with safety in our natural environment.
Mississippi River At Thebes
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376000cfs |
Cache River At Forman
|
44cfs |
Bayou Creek Near Grahamville
|
5cfs |
Little Bayou Creek Near Grahamville
|
1cfs |
Ohio River At Metropolis
|
444000cfs |
Massac Creek Near Paducah
|
2cfs |
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
645 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB BOAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
245 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
1 Mile West Of Alto Pass, Il To 1/2 Mile South Of Confluence With Clear Creek, West Of Trail Of Tears State Forest
1/2 Mile Downstream Of Confluence With Kinkaid Creek To Confluence With Mississippi River, Approx 4 Miles South Of Grand Tower, Il
Bridge At Eddyville Blacktop To Confluence With Ohio River At Golconda,Il
1 Minle Southwest Of Delwood, Il (Sec. 18, T11S, R13E) To Reesville, 1/4 Mile South Of The Confluence With Sugar Creek
Source, About 2 Miles East Of Delwood, Il (Sec 10, T11S, R6E) To Bridge At Eddyville Blacktop (Se1/4,Sec.16,T12S, R6E)
Wallace Cemetery Approx 2.5 Miles Nw Of Herod, Il To Confluence With Ohio River At Golconda Jobs Corp Center