Lake Normandy Dam

TRIB LIMESTONE CREEK· Jefferson, Illinois· Built 1969· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Normandy Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 26.3% in IL)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDIL00894

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: July 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

ALFRED BODINE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Normandy Dam?

Lake Normandy 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 Lake Normandy Dam?

Lake Normandy Dam is owned by ALFRED BODINE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Normandy Dam built?

Lake Normandy Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Normandy Dam?

Lake Normandy 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 Lake Normandy Dam?

Lake Normandy Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Normandy Dam last inspected?

Lake Normandy Dam was last inspected on July 11, 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.