Absher Lake Dam
Illinois — White County — TRIB LITTLE WABASH RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | White |
| River | TRIB LITTLE WABASH RIVER |
| Coordinates | 38.08029, -88.21801 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 565 ft |
| NID Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | July 29, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1968 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | JANE ABSHER |
| Other Name | Absher Lake |
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.