Karl Lake Dam
Illinois — Mercer County — TRIB CAMP CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Mercer |
| River | TRIB CAMP CREEK |
| Coordinates | 41.31136, -90.49455 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 2, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1974 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | FYRE LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION |
| Other Name | Karl 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.