Gordon F. Moore Park Dam
Illinois — Madison County — TRIB WEST FORK WOOD RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Madison |
| River | TRIB WEST FORK WOOD RIVER |
| Coordinates | 38.90379, -90.11688 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| NID Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 20, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1988 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF ALTON |
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.