Trautman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Trautman Lake Dam, located in Champaign, Illinois, stands as a vital infrastructure owned and regulated by a private entity.
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Summary
Completed in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam boasts a height of 20 feet and a length of 870 feet, with a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a spillway width of 40 feet.
Despite its recreational allure, Trautman Lake Dam holds a high hazard potential, prompting regular inspections by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The dam's condition assessment is currently not available, but its risk assessment stands at a moderate level. While the emergency action plan status and inundation maps are pending, the dam's risk management measures are not specified in the data provided.
As a key component of the local water infrastructure, Trautman Lake Dam serves as a crucial asset for the community, ensuring both water resource management and recreational opportunities. Its presence in the Tributary Sangamon River adds to the natural beauty of the surroundings, making it a noteworthy destination for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
870 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB SANGAMON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
Trautman Lake Dam