Eagle Creek East Dam

SUGAR CREEK· McLean, Illinois· Built 1998· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Eagle Creek East Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 8.1% in IL)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDIL50368

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: March 19, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

CITY OF BLOOMINGTON

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle Creek East Dam?

Eagle Creek East 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 Eagle Creek East Dam?

Eagle Creek East Dam is owned by CITY OF BLOOMINGTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eagle Creek East Dam built?

Eagle Creek East Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Eagle Creek East Dam?

Eagle Creek East Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Eagle Creek East Dam?

Eagle Creek East Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Eagle Creek East Dam last inspected?

Eagle Creek East Dam was last inspected on March 19, 2021. 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.