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The Carbondale Park District Golf Course Dam is a vital structure located in Pomona, Illinois, along the TRIB BIG MUDDY RIVER.
Built in 1992 by E. M. Webb & Associates, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans a length of 360 feet, providing essential recreational opportunities for the local community. With a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 340 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the Carbondale Park District Golf Course Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment level. While the dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, it is also subject to regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this dam serves as a key component of the local water management infrastructure, contributing to the overall resilience of the region's hydrological systems.
Despite its low hazard potential, the Carbondale Park District Golf Course Dam remains a significant asset for the community, providing not only recreational benefits but also contributing to water resource management efforts along the TRIB BIG MUDDY RIVER. With a history of effective operation and maintenance, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive risk management and regulatory oversight in ensuring the safety and sustainability of critical water infrastructure in Illinois.
Big Muddy River At Rte 127 At Murphysboro
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1620cfs |
Big Muddy River At Plumfield
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437cfs |
Crab Orchard Creek Near Marion
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6cfs |
South Fork Saline River Nr Carrier Mills
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52cfs |
Mississippi River At Chester
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406000cfs |
Cache River At Forman
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10cfs |
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB BIG MUDDY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Murphysboro State Park
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Turkey Bayou
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Little Grassy Campground & Marina
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Devil's Kitchen Campground
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Horse Campground
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Johnson Creek Campground
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1 Mile West Of Alto Pass, Il To 1/2 Mile South Of Confluence With Clear Creek, West Of Trail Of Tears State Forest
1 Minle Southwest Of Delwood, Il (Sec. 18, T11S, R13E) To Reesville, 1/4 Mile South Of The Confluence With Sugar Creek
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Bridge At Eddyville Blacktop To Confluence With Ohio River At Golconda,Il
Wallace Cemetery Approx 2.5 Miles Nw Of Herod, Il To Confluence With Ohio River At Golconda Jobs Corp Center