Aurora - West Dam
Illinois — Kane County — FOX RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Kane |
| River | FOX RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.75874, -88.31516 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| NID Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | November 21, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1930 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | CITY OF AURORA |
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.