The site plan was designed by Rick Harrison of Minneapolis, Minnesota. We asked for a design that would enhance the view of the lake for the maximum number of lots. He was also to retain as much of the natural environment as possible and the plan includes trails to enhance the view of Illinois prairie plants. Harrison uses winding streets to inhibit speeding but keeps a simple street pattern. He varies the lot setbacks and angles the houses as they sit on the lots for optimal visual effect. The streets and trails are designed so that the lake can be seen during most of your walk. The site plan has had changes and may still get minor updates. The current up to date plan was this spring. For a pdf file that can be downloaded, e-mail us and we can send you a file that you can get a more detailed idea of the layout.
Lake Site Permitting
The developers are hoping to start work on the dam this fall. The Department of Natural Resources has reviewed the basic concept. Their reveiw was positive for the design of a high hazard dam. We will submit the final dam design soon. Then the department will have the information it needs to give approval of the final dam design and issue the permit.
Earth moving companies have been kept apprised of the design and its changes. After permitting, we plan to choose a contractor and begin work as the earliest possible time. The construction of the dam was scheduled to begin this fall. It may be spring before it is feasible to start work on the dam.