Spaulding Dam

Sangamon County, Illinois (near SPRINGFIELD)

River/Stream: SUGAR CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
48 ft
Dam Length
3,300 ft
Reservoir Storage
101,205 acre-ft
Year Completed
1933
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
58,100 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2024-10-16

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
IL00749
State
Illinois (IL)
Coordinates
39.76089, -89.59756
Age
93 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.