Camp Immanuel Lake Dam

TRIB HARRIS BRANCH,SUGAR CREEK· Schuyler, Illinois· Built 1906· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Camp Immanuel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 71.6% in IL)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage208 acre-ft
Normal Storage152 acre-ft
Year Completed1906 (120 years old)
NID IDIL00807

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 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

CHURCH OF THE BRETHERN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Immanuel Lake Dam?

Camp Immanuel 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 Camp Immanuel Lake Dam?

Camp Immanuel Lake Dam is owned by CHURCH OF THE BRETHERN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Immanuel Lake Dam built?

Camp Immanuel Lake Dam was completed in 1906, making it 120 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Camp Immanuel Lake Dam?

Camp Immanuel 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 Camp Immanuel Lake Dam?

Camp Immanuel Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Camp Immanuel Lake Dam last inspected?

Camp Immanuel Lake Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2019. 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.