Riverview Dam

Significant HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateIllinois
CountyColes
Nearest CityGREENUP
River/StreamEMBARRAS RIVER
Coordinates39.45799, -88.14122

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length910 ft
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage9,450 acre-ft
Max Storage9,450 acre-ft
Normal Storage750 acre-ft
Surface Area314 acres
Drainage Area786 sq mi
Max Discharge52,307 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF CHARLESTON
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection10/30/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDIL00712
Federal IDIL00712
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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