Renee Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Renee Lake Dam, located in Matherville, Illinois, was completed in 1973 and serves as a private recreational facility along Trib Camp Creek.
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Summary
Designed by Ken Hansen & IDOC, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 32 feet with a length of 465 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 135 acre-feet. The dam is state-regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), with regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Renee Lake Dam is considered a relatively safe structure. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has not experienced any major incidents or issues. The dam primarily caters to recreational purposes, offering a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities in Mercer County, Illinois. While its condition assessment is currently unavailable, the dam continues to be monitored and maintained to uphold its operational integrity and safety standards.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
465 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB CAMP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Renee Lake Dam