Raw Water Reservoir Dam
Illinois — Jefferson County — WARD BRANCH
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Jefferson |
| River | WARD BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 38.15003, -89.02812 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,560 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,427 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,427 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | May 27, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1966 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | CONSOLIDATION COAL COMPANY |
| Other Name | Raw Water 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.