Cedar Lake Dam
Illinois — Jackson County — CEDAR CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Jackson |
| River | CEDAR CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.66292, -89.28585 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 74 ft |
| Dam Height | 74 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,690 ft |
| NID Storage | 49,336 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 49,336 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,750 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 24, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1974 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF CARBONDALE |
| Other Name | Cedar 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.