Carthage Lake 1 Dam
Illinois — Hancock County — TRIB LONG CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Hancock |
| River | TRIB LONG CREEK |
| Coordinates | 40.42925, -91.15212 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 521 ft |
| NID Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | June 20, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1924 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF CARTHAGE |
| Other Name | Carthage Lake 1 |
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.