Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 30, 2025
Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam, located in Macoupin, Illinois, was completed in 1955 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Owned by a private entity, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 36 feet and has a storage capacity of 293 acre-feet. The dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Situated on the TRIB PANTHER CREEK, Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam offers a serene and picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy water-based activities. With a normal storage capacity of 237 acre-feet, the dam provides ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and wildlife observation. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating, indicating that proper risk management measures are in place to mitigate potential dangers.
Lake Ka-Ho 2 Dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates add to the charm of this recreational site, attracting visitors from near and far. With its rich history and scenic beauty, this dam serves as a vital water resource for the community while also offering a tranquil retreat for climate and water resource enthusiasts to appreciate nature's wonders.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
203 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB PANTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
293 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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 Ka-Ho 2 Dam