South Side Detention Basin Berm 1 Dam
Illinois — Coles County — TRIB KICKAPOO CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Coles |
| River | TRIB KICKAPOO CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.46461, -88.37111 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,103 ft |
| NID Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 9, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 2011 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF MATTOON |
| Other Name | Berm 1 |
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.