Millers Campground Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Camp A Lot Dam Behnken Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Millers Campground Lake Dam, located in Perry County, Illinois, is a private dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an earth dam with a height of 20 feet and a length of 180 feet, creating a significant hazard potential due to its size. The dam is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it is associated with the TRIB COX CREEK river or stream. While the dam does not have a designated year of completion or specified storage capacity, it is crucial for providing recreational opportunities in the area. The hazard potential for the dam is considered significant, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about the condition and management of Millers Campground Lake Dam to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
The last inspection of the dam took place in August 2020, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 3 years. The dam's condition assessment is currently listed as not available, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. While details such as emergency action plans and inundation maps are not provided, it is essential for stakeholders to advocate for transparent and effective emergency preparedness protocols at Millers Campground Lake Dam to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the local ecosystem and water resources.
Dam Length |
180 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB COX CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Millers Campground Lake Dam