Sangchris Lake Dam
Illinois — Christian County — TRIB SOUTH FORK SANGAMON RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Christian |
| River | TRIB SOUTH FORK SANGAMON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 39.64898, -89.47801 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 55 ft |
| Dam Height | 55 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,650 ft |
| NID Storage | 73,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 73,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,800 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 19, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1967 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | KINCAID GENERATION, L.L.C. |
| Other Name | Sangchris 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.