Choate Lake Dam
Illinois — Union County — KOHLER CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Union |
| River | KOHLER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.47211, -89.29653 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| NID Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | October 8, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1907 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | UNION COUNTY |
| Other Name | Choate Lake Dam |
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.