Camino Venado Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Camino Venado Lake Dam in Tazewell, Illinois, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
While the dam's height, volume, and completion year are not specified in the data, it is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and an Uncontrolled spillway type. The dam is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2021.
The dam has a normal storage capacity of 0 acre-feet and is situated in the Chicago District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its moderate hazard potential, the condition assessment of Camino Venado Lake Dam is listed as 'Not Available,' indicating a need for further evaluation. The risk assessment for the dam is categorized as 'Moderate (3),' highlighting the importance of implementing risk management measures to ensure its safety and structural integrity.
Overall, Camino Venado Lake Dam serves as a crucial resource for water storage and recreational activities in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and maintaining the safety of this dam is essential to prevent any potential hazards and ensure its continued functionality for the community's enjoyment and well-being.
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Camino Venado Lake Dam