Aquaculture Lake Dam
Illinois — Jackson County — TRIB SYCAMORE CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Jackson |
| River | TRIB SYCAMORE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.63619, -89.16917 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| NID Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 3, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1991 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY |
| Other Name | Aquaculture 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.