Spaniel Lake Dam

TRIB SPRING CREEK· Will, Illinois· Earth· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Spaniel 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	12 ft (taller than 10% in IL)
Dam Length	210 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	7 acre-ft
Normal Storage	7 acre-ft

Surface Area	2 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	IL55070

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: Yes

Last Inspection: May 6, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

HIDDEN COVE AT SPANIEL LAKE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spaniel Lake Dam?

Spaniel 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 Spaniel Lake Dam?

Spaniel Lake Dam is owned by HIDDEN COVE AT SPANIEL LAKE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spaniel Lake Dam?

Spaniel 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 Spaniel Lake Dam?

Spaniel Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Spaniel Lake Dam last inspected?

Spaniel Lake Dam was last inspected on May 6, 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.