Magin Lake Dam, located in Collinsville, Illinois, was completed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a recreational water resource for the region.
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The dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a length of 252 feet, with a storage capacity of 151 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, and it is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Magin Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam has a low hazard potential rating and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, indicating a stable structure with some potential risks. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled, with a width of 21 feet, and it is situated on the Tributary of Canteen Creek.
Overall, Magin Lake Dam provides a valuable recreational resource for the local community while also serving as an important water management structure. With regular inspections and state oversight, the dam remains a safe and reliable feature in the region's water resource infrastructure, contributing to the overall water and climate resilience of the area.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
252 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB CANTEEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
151 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |