Northeast Recreation Area Dam
Illinois — LaSalle County — TRIB ILLINOIS RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | LaSalle |
| River | TRIB ILLINOIS RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.34328, -89.10819 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,850 ft |
| NID Storage | 257 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 257 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 30, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1988 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF PERU |
| Other Name | Baker Park 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.