Shoal Creek Structure 5 Dam

Montgomery County, Illinois (near HILLSBORO)

River/Stream: TRIB MIDDLE FORK SHOAL CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
30 ft
Dam Length
480 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,010 acre-ft
Year Completed
1973
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
4,025 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2025-09-18

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
IL00928
State
Illinois (IL)
Coordinates
39.14733, -89.47911
Age
53 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.