Autumn Rose Lake Dam, located in Bloomfield, Illinois, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1998 by Gaston Engineering, this dam stands at a height of 32 feet and stretches 940 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Little Cache Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state.
With a surface area of 14 acres and a drainage area of 13 square miles, Autumn Rose Lake Dam poses a significant hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam's spillway, outlet gates, and uncontrolled spillway type contribute to its risk profile. Despite its hazard potential, the dam has not undergone a recent condition assessment, and its emergency action plan status is unknown. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Autumn Rose Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and risk mitigation efforts in the heart of Illinois.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
940 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CACHE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
13 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Ondessonk
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Turkey Ridge Tent Campground
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Red Bud Campground
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