Little Grassy Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateIllinois
CountyWilliamson
Nearest CityCarbondale, IL
River/StreamLittle Grassy Creek
Coordinates37.64667, -89.13833

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height88 ft
Dam Height88 ft
Dam Length3,650 ft
Year Completed1942 (84 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage30,900 acre-ft
Max Storage30,900 acre-ft
Normal Storage24,000 acre-ft
Surface Area960 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge35,943 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/27/2016
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDIL00084
Federal IDIL00084
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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