Eckert Lake Dam
Illinois — St. Clair County — TRIB PRAIRIE DUPONT CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | St. Clair |
| River | TRIB PRAIRIE DUPONT CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.49656, -90.07249 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 42 ft |
| Dam Height | 42 ft |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| NID Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | September 12, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1960 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | VERNON LAIRER |
| Other Name | Eckert 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.