Whitley Dam
Illinois — Schuyler County — WEST BRANCH SUGAR CR
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Schuyler |
| River | WEST BRANCH SUGAR CR |
| Coordinates | 40.25086, -90.59014 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| NID Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 8, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | DR. RON WHITLEY |
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.