Behnken Lake Dam
Illinois — Randolph County — TRIB MARYS RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Randolph |
| River | TRIB MARYS RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.98443, -89.65125 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| NID Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | October 10, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1975 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | WILLIAM SHEDD |
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.