Lake Camelot Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Camelot Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 56 ft (taller than 94.4% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 784 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 497 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 368 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00293 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CAMELOT ROUND TABLE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Camelot Dam?
Lake Camelot Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Camelot Dam?
Lake Camelot Dam is owned by CAMELOT ROUND TABLE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Camelot Dam built?
Lake Camelot Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Lake Camelot Dam?
Lake Camelot Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Camelot Dam?
Lake Camelot Dam has a dam height of 56 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 Lake Camelot Dam last inspected?
Lake Camelot Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.