Paradise Lake Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateIllinois
CountyColes
Nearest CityNEOGA
River/StreamLITTLE WABASH RIVER
Coordinates39.41331, -88.43831

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height46 ft
Dam Height46 ft
Dam Length1,400 ft
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,834 acre-ft
Max Storage2,834 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,350 acre-ft
Surface Area174 acres
Drainage Area16 sq mi
Max Discharge21,900 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCITY OF MATTOON
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection10/22/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDIL00710
Federal IDIL00710
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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