Tower Lake Dam
Illinois — Madison County — TRIB CAHOKIA CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Madison |
| River | TRIB CAHOKIA CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.80591, -90.00393 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 61 ft |
| Dam Height | 61 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,527 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,527 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 27, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1964 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY |
| Other Name | Tower 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.