Puzey Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 27, 2025
Puzey Lake Dam, located in Missionfield, Illinois, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1972.
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Summary
Its primary purpose is for recreation, specifically on Puzey Lake (also known as Puzey Lek). The dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 150 feet, with a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Puzey Lake Dam is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure public safety. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level (3), prompting the need for risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or drainage area specified.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Puzey Lake Dam can appreciate its role in providing recreational opportunities while maintaining a balance between water management and safety regulations. The dam's historical significance, designed over four decades ago, highlights the ongoing importance of monitoring and managing these critical structures to mitigate potential risks and ensure the sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB SALT FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Puzey Lake Dam