Sangchris Lake Dam

Christian County, Illinois (near PAWNEE)

River/Stream: TRIB SOUTH FORK SANGAMON RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
55 ft
Dam Length
1,650 ft
Reservoir Storage
73,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1967
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
50,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2025-09-19

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
IL00673
State
Illinois (IL)
Coordinates
39.64898, -89.47801
Age
59 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.