Home Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Home Lake Dam, located in North Pekin, Illinois, is a private earth dam completed in 1968 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 36 feet and spans 303 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Trib Lick Creek, is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite its low hazard potential, Home Lake Dam is classified as having a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 23 feet and outlet gates that are also uncontrolled. The dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Available," with no recent updates on its emergency action plan or risk management measures. However, the dam is inspected every five years to monitor its structural integrity and safety.

Home Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in Tazewell County, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water activities. The dam's location in a scenic area surrounded by nature makes it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife enthusiasts alike. With its historical significance dating back to the late 1960s, Home Lake Dam continues to be a treasured landmark in Illinois, providing both recreational enjoyment and environmental benefits to the community.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

303

Dam Height

36

River Or Stream

TRIB LICK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

52

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

36
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.