Sherman Dam

Illinois — Lee County — TRIB PLUM CREEK

Location

StateIllinois
CountyLee
RiverTRIB PLUM CREEK
Coordinates41.86689, -89.51185

Physical Characteristics

NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage125 acre-ft
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Surface Area

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 9, 2022
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1991
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerTOM SHERMAN
Other NameSherman Lake

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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.

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