Wilmington Dam
Illinois — Will County — KANKAKEE RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Will |
| River | KANKAKEE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.30058, -88.15139 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | December 20, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF WILMINGTON |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.