The Lawrenceville Sewage Basin Dam in Lawrenceville, Illinois, is a crucial structure owned by the local government and regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
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Completed in 1990 by designers Gordon & Price, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans a length of 2905 feet. It serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 202 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 18 acre-feet.
Situated on the TRIB EMBARASS RIVER, this controlled spillway dam has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating. The dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in June 2019. The emergency action plan status and risk management measures for the Lawrenceville Sewage Basin Dam are currently not available, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and preparation to ensure the safety and integrity of this essential water resource infrastructure for the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
2905 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB EMBARASS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
202 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Embarras River At Lawrenceville
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128cfs |
Wabash River At Riverton Ind
|
2190cfs |
Busseron Creek Near Carlisle
|
59cfs |
Wabash River At Mt. Carmel
|
10400cfs |
Embarras River At Ste. Marie
|
66cfs |
Patoka River Near Princeton
|
895cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lincoln Trail
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Kimmell City Park
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Red Hills Lake State Park
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Ouabache Trails County Park
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