Canton City Lake Dam
Illinois — Fulton County — WEST BRANCH COPPERAS CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Fulton |
| River | WEST BRANCH COPPERAS CREEK |
| Coordinates | 40.56321, -89.97401 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 57 ft |
| Dam Height | 57 ft |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| NID Storage | 9,080 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 9,080 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 285 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 8, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1939 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF CANTON |
| Other Name | Canton City 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.