Lake Camp A Lot Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Lake Camp A Lot Dam, also known as Southwestern Community Club Lake, is a privately owned structure located in Randolph, Illinois.
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Summary
Constructed in 1930 by the Southwestern Coal Company, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 400 feet in length. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam holds a normal storage capacity of 82 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 102 acre-feet, making it a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Lake Camp A Lot Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced for safety compliance. Despite being labeled as having a significant hazard potential, its risk assessment is moderate. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a spillway width of 15 feet. While the condition assessment is currently not available, the structure undergoes inspections every 3 years to ensure its integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
Situated along the Trib Cox Creek, Lake Camp A Lot Dam is a notable landmark in the region, offering opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. As water levels are managed carefully, the dam provides a scenic and tranquil setting for visitors to appreciate the intersection of water resources and climate in a natural environment. With a rich history dating back to its construction in the early 20th century, this dam continues to be a key feature in the local landscape for both residents and visitors to experience and enjoy.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB COX CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Lake Camp A Lot Dam