Located in Wauconda, Illinois, the Slocum Lake Dam stands as a vital structure along the Slocum Lake Ditch, serving primarily for recreational purposes since its completion in 1983.
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Designed by Richard A. Miller & Assoc., this private-owned earth dam boasts a modest height of 8 feet and a length of 30 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 900 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 760 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. With a controlled spillway type and other controlled outlet gates, the dam's risk assessment ranks very high, emphasizing the need for proper risk management measures to mitigate potential threats and ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Slocum Lake Dam represents a significant piece of infrastructure that plays a crucial role in both water management and recreational activities in the area.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
30 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
SLOCUM LAKE DITCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
900 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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The Hollows Conservation Area campground
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Camp Reinberg
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Fourth Lake Resort campsite
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