Aurora - West Dam

Kane County, Illinois (near AURORA)

River/Stream: FOX RIVER

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
7 ft
Dam Length
180 ft
Reservoir Storage
80 acre-ft
Year Completed
1930
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2025-11-21

Hazard Classification: Low — 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
IL00918
State
Illinois (IL)
Coordinates
41.75874, -88.31516
Age
96 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.