Paradise Lake Dam

TRIB EAST FORK WOOD RIVER· Madison, Illinois· Earth· 20 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Paradise 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	20 ft (taller than 28.2% in IL)
Dam Length	390 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Normal Storage	0 acre-ft

NID ID	IL00184

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: June 8, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

DEAN LANDRETH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paradise Lake Dam?

Paradise 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 Paradise Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Paradise Lake Dam?

Paradise 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 Paradise Lake Dam?

Paradise Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Paradise Lake Dam last inspected?

Paradise Lake Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2020. 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.