Otter Lake Dam

Illinois — Macoupin County

Location

StateIllinois
CountyMacoupin
Coordinates39.40715, -89.91006

Physical Characteristics

NID Height71 ft
Dam Height71 ft
Dam Length1,010 ft
NID Storage24,708 acre-ft
Max Storage24,708 acre-ft
Surface Area760 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1969
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerOTTER LAKE WATER COMMISSION

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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.

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