Located in Fulton County, Illinois, the Wee-Ma-Tuk-Lake-South Dam stands as a crucial structure in the region, serving primarily for recreational purposes since its completion in 1965.
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Managed by a private entity, this earth dam with a buttress core spans 220 feet in length and reaches a height of 24 feet, offering a storage capacity of 154 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the TRIB PUT CREEK, under the regulatory oversight of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), ensuring state-permitted and inspected operations to maintain safety standards.
Despite its low hazard potential, the Wee-Ma-Tuk-Lake-South Dam remains subject to moderate risk based on the available data, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures. With a controlled uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam's emergency action plan status and readiness for potential inundation events are currently unavailable. The dam's location in the Kansas City District underlines its significance as a vital water resource within the community, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore the surrounding Wee-Ma-Tuk-Lake-South area and engage in outdoor activities.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
220 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB PUT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
154 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Spoon River At Seville
|
143cfs |
Spoon River At London Mills
|
86cfs |
Illinois River At Kingston Mines
|
5510cfs |
Mackinaw River Near Green Valley
|
32cfs |
Sangamon River Near Oakford
|
377cfs |
Fondulac Creek Near East Peoria
|
0cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Fulton County Rec Area
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Canton Lake
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Rice Lake State Conservation Area
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