Raccoon Lake Dam
Illinois — Marion County — RACCON CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Marion |
| River | RACCON CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.54341, -89.10891 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,480 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,700 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,700 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 730 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 24, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1943 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF CENTRALIA |
| Other Name | Raccoon 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.