Wilmor Sportsman Club West Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
The Wilmor Sportsman Club West Lake Dam, located in Mapleton, Illinois, was completed in 1954 and is primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, designed by the USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. It is situated on the Trib Mud Creek and falls under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
This earth-type dam with a buttress core serves as a low-hazard structure with a moderate risk assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with the last inspection conducted in June 2015. While the condition assessment is not currently available, the dam is subject to regular inspections every five years to ensure its safety and functionality.
With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, the Wilmor Sportsman Club West Lake Dam is a vital part of the community. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the role this dam plays in providing a serene environment for outdoor activities while also serving as a crucial structure for water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
292 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Wilmor Sportsman Club West Lake Dam