Tomahawk Lake Dam, located in Bond County, Illinois, was completed in 1966 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Humidity
The dam, standing at a height of 19 feet and a length of 505 feet, holds a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 34 acre-feet. Managed by the USDA NRCS, the dam is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway type.
Despite its low hazard potential, Tomahawk Lake Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating and a 5-year inspection frequency. While the condition assessment is not currently available, the dam is considered to meet regulatory guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures. With its picturesque setting and recreational value, Tomahawk Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the local community and a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
505 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
SHOAL CREEK-OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Shoal Creek Nr Pierron
|
67cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Breese
|
44cfs |
Kaskaskia River At Carlyle
|
87cfs |
Silver Creek Near Troy
|
7cfs |
Hurricane Creek Near Mulberry Grove
|
10cfs |
Kaskaskia River Near Venedy Station
|
238cfs |