Paradise Lake Dam
Illinois — Coles County
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Coles |
| Coordinates | 39.41331, -88.43831 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,834 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,834 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 174 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1929 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | CITY OF MATTOON |
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.