Msdgc Land Fill Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Msdgc Land Fill Lake Dam, also known as Upper Eu Lake, is a captivating earth dam located in Depler Springs, Illinois.


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Summary

Built in 1958 by GALE & UNITED ELECTRIC COAL CO., this local government-owned structure serves a primary purpose of recreation. Standing at 17 feet tall and stretching 150 feet in length, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 570 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 509 acre-feet.

Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in November 2017. Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a high-risk assessment due to certain factors. The lack of a spillway and outlet gates, among other features, contributes to these risk factors.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Msdgc Land Fill Lake Dam to be an intriguing structure with vast recreational opportunities. Its historical significance, coupled with its unique design and risk assessment, make it a noteworthy site for those interested in the intersection of water management, engineering, and environmental stewardship.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

150

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TRIB BIG CREEK-OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

570

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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.