Crab Orchard Dam

Illinois — Williamson County

Location

StateIllinois
CountyWilliamson
Coordinates37.71833, -89.15056

Physical Characteristics

NID Height65 ft
Dam Height57 ft
Dam Length3,800 ft
NID Storage254,000 acre-ft
Max Storage254,000 acre-ft
Surface Area6,950 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1939
Primary PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

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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.

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