Lake Nellie Dam
Illinois — Fayette County — SOUTH FOEK SUGAR CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Fayette |
| River | SOUTH FOEK SUGAR CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.05005, -88.85121 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,478 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,478 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 22, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF SAINT ELMO |
| Other Name | Lake Nellie |
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.