Karl Lake Dam
Significant HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Mercer |
| Nearest City | MATHERVILLE |
| River/Stream | TRIB CAMP CREEK |
| Coordinates | 41.31136, -90.49455 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 426 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 320 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | FYRE LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| Last Inspection | 05/02/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |