Carbondale Reservoir Dam
Illinois — Jackson County — PILES FORK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Jackson |
| River | PILES FORK |
| Coordinates | 37.69945, -89.22353 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,940 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,940 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 24, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1926 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF CARBONDALE |
| Other Name | Carbondale Reservoir |
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.