Beyers Lake Dam

Shelby, Illinois· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Beyers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 88% in IL)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage450 acre-ft
Normal Storage350 acre-ft
NID IDIL50692

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 8, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

BEYERS LAKE ESTATES, INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beyers Lake Dam?

Beyers Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Beyers Lake Dam?

Beyers Lake Dam is owned by BEYERS LAKE ESTATES, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Beyers Lake Dam?

Beyers Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Beyers Lake Dam?

Beyers Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Beyers Lake Dam last inspected?

Beyers Lake Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.