Lake Lou Yaeger Dam
Illinois — Montgomery County — WEST FORK SHOAL CREEK
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Montgomery |
| River | WEST FORK SHOAL CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.18739, -89.60427 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 54 ft |
| Dam Height | 54 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,270 ft |
| NID Storage | 44,430 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 44,430 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,410 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 17, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1966 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF LITCHFIELD |
| Other Name | Lake Lou Yaeger |
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.