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Beaver Dam Lake is located in west-central Illinois, seven miles southwest of Carlinville in Macoupin County within Beaver Dam State Park.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beaver Dam Lake, IL
- How big is Beaver Dam Lake?
- How deep is Beaver Dam Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Beaver Dam Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Beaver Dam Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Beaver Dam Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Beaver Dam Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Beaver Dam Lake?
- What is the fishing outlook for Beaver Dam Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Beaver Dam Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Beaver Dam Lake?
How big is Beaver Dam Lake?
Beaver Dam Lake is approximately 57 sq acres (0.2 sq km) in size with 2 miles (2.7 km) of shoreline.
How deep is Beaver Dam Lake?
Beaver Dam Lake is approximately 10 feet (3.1 m) at its deepest point with an average depth of 4 feet (1.2 m).
What kind of fish can you catch in Beaver Dam Lake?
Although thery may be others but anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass and Rainbow Trout in Beaver Dam Lake.
Other fish species in the lake include Crappie and Redear Sunfish.
What are the closest cities to Beaver Dam Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Beaver Dam Lake area?
Are you craving a weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of city life? Or maybe you're an avid angler in search of the perfect fishing spot? Look no further! Beaver Dam Lake and its surrounding area offer an abundance of options to suit your needs. If you're in need of accommodation, check out our area map which highlights some of the best places to stay. And if you're looking for even more options, head on over to our Travel section. But why settle for a traditional hotel or resort when you can take your adventure to the next level by renting a RV? The open road awaits you!
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Are there topographical lake maps available Beaver Dam Lake?
We have an topograpical map for online viewing near the top of this page. Lake-Link Pro users can download an print a topograpical map of Beaver Dam Lake (.pdf format) along with 2,700 more lake maps. For more information on all the benefits of Lake-Link Pro click here.
Are there places to eat and drink near Beaver Dam Lake?
Yes, you can find numerous options in the area. Click the button below to see what's nearby.
What is the fishing outlook for Beaver Dam Lake?
What does the future look like for Beaver Dam Lake? We have some insignt on what to expect for a number of fish species in Beaver Dam Lake.
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History & Status of the Fishery
Approximately 12 species live in this small, fertile impoundment. Other species collected during recent population surveys included Common Carp, Gizzard Shad, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, and Yellow Bullhead.
Beaver Dam Lake receives annual stockings of 8" to 10" Channel Catfish and 10" to 14" Rainbow Trout.
Beaver Dam Lake receives annual stockings of 8" to 10" Channel Catfish and 10" to 14" Rainbow Trout.
Controling Authority
Beaver Dam State Park
14548 Beaver Dam Lane, Plainview, IL 62685
217-854-8020
IDNR Fisheries Biologist, Eric Ratcliff
618-931-4217
14548 Beaver Dam Lane, Plainview, IL 62685
217-854-8020
IDNR Fisheries Biologist, Eric Ratcliff
618-931-4217
What is the average air temp for Beaver Dam Lake?
Looking forward to your next adventure at Beaver Dam Lake? Don't forget to plan ahead! Weather can be unpredictable, but we've got you covered. On average, air temperatures during this time of year range from a high around 68°F (20°C) to a low around 48°F (9°C). Of course, these are just historical averages, so be prepared for anything Mother Nature throws your way. For the most up-to-date weather information, be sure to check out our Weather Bar located at the top of this page.
Are there any state parks near Beaver Dam Lake?
Enjoy more of the outdoors with a visit to an area state park. There are 1 state park in the vacinity of Beaver Dam Lake.
For more Illinois State Park information see our State Park Guide.
Beaver Dam Lake Reviews
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nathan l.
I fish here a lot and if you have kids who lake to fish this the lake for you. It has a trail around the lake, camping, tons of fishing docks, and a restaurant and a bait shop right by the lake. It has awesome sized bass, catfish, crappie, bluegill, and of course 5 to 15 lb rainbow trout. They also have some good sized redear. The rainbow trout I have caught have been up to 20 lbs, it's lake lake Michigan rainbow trout down here! The catfish can be very large.
Reviewed Dec 31, 2011
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Beaver Dam Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Gillespie New City Lake | 6.5 mi | 196 | 30 ft |
| Carlinville Lake #1 | 6.6 mi | 155 | 19 ft |
| Gillespie Old City Lake | 7.5 mi | 71 | 21 ft |
| Bunker Hill City Lake | 11.4 mi | 11 | |
| Mt. Olive New City Lake | 13.7 mi | 36 | |
| Otter Lake | 14.1 mi | 765 | 51 ft |
| Mt. Olive Old City Lake | 14.9 mi | 36 | 29 ft |
| Staunton City Lake | 15.1 mi | 84 | |
| Greenfield City Lake | 15.2 mi | 59 | |
| Palmyra-Modesto City Lake | 16.1 mi | 35 |
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