Rogenski Lake Dam

TRIB CANTEEN CREEK· Madison, Illinois· Earth· 7 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.5% in IL)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
NID IDIL50609

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: September 19, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

JOHN ROGENSKI

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rogenski Lake Dam?

Rogenski 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 Rogenski Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Rogenski Lake Dam?

Rogenski 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 Rogenski Lake Dam?

Rogenski Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Rogenski Lake Dam last inspected?

Rogenski Lake Dam was last inspected on September 19, 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.