Mund Lake Dam

TRIB HILL LAKE CREEK· Monroe, Illinois· Earth· 23 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mund Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 37.7% in IL)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,333 cfs
NID IDIL50479

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 3, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

COLUMBIA GOLF CLUB, INC.

Private

Nearby Dams

Hill Lake Dam

Monroe, IL

High Hazard 30 ft

Columbia Sportsman Club Lake Dam

Monroe, IL

Significant Hazard 16 ft

Columbia Lakes South Lake Dam

Monroe, IL

High Hazard 25 ft

Stonegate Lake Dam

Monroe, IL

High Hazard 23 ft

Keeven Lake Dam

Monroe, IL

Significant Hazard 25 ft

Stonehenge Lake Dam

St. Clair, IL

Significant Hazard 33 ft

Davis Lake Dam

St. Clair, IL

High Hazard 37 ft

Bee Tree Lake Dam

St. Louis, MO

High Hazard 18 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mund Lake Dam?

Mund Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mund Lake Dam?

Mund Lake Dam is owned by COLUMBIA GOLF CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mund Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Mund Lake Dam?

Mund Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Mund Lake Dam last inspected?

Mund Lake Dam was last inspected on July 3, 2015. 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.