Altamont Reservoir Dam

Effingham County, Illinois (near WATSON)

River/Stream: TRIB BIG CREEK

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
42 ft
Dam Length
506 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,255 acre-ft
Year Completed
1972
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
563 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2023-05-25

Hazard Classification: Significant — 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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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.

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