Apple Canyon Lake Dam

Jo Daviess County, Illinois (near ELIZABETH)

River/Stream: HELLS BRANCH CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Rockfill
Height
78 ft
Dam Length
1,100 ft
Reservoir Storage
14,630 acre-ft
Year Completed
1978
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
5,607 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2025-08-18

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
IL00132
State
Illinois (IL)
Coordinates
42.41622, -90.16444
Age
48 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.