North Aurora Dam
Illinois — Kane County — FOX RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Kane |
| River | FOX RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.80718, -88.32435 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| NID Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | December 10, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1974 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | FOX VALLEY PARK DISTRICT |
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.