Owens Lake Dam

TRIB WEST FORK WOOD R· Macoupin, Illinois· Earth· 33 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Owens Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. 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 33 ft (taller than 71.6% in IL)
Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
NID IDIL50742

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 24, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

OWENS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Owens Lake Dam?

Owens Lake 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 Owens Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Owens Lake Dam?

Owens 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 Owens Lake Dam?

Owens 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 Owens Lake Dam last inspected?

Owens Lake Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2022. 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.