HalfRuns
Dam Site Run

Dam Site Run

Race Date

Nov 1, 2026

Location

LeRoy, IL

The Experience

The #1 Half Marathon in Central Illinois is taking place on 11/1!

ABOUT THE DAM SITE RUN...  The Dam Site Run was created in 2020.  It started as simply a rare opportunity to race that year when nearly every other race was cancelled.  Turns out, the date meant perfect fall colors as the leaves started to fall in Central Illinois, creating the perfect backdrop for a fall race.

THE TRADITION CONTINUES IN 2026....  You can expect the another high quality race with many of the same features you've come to know and love... Certified course... Unique post race swag... Chip timed, with split times... Awards...Finisher medal...  And beautiful fall colors.  Our goal is to give you your money's worth.

NO SINGLE USE PLASTICS ...  We are challenging ourselves to put on an event with no single use plastics.  No plastic water bottles, not even bottles of sports drinks.  If we can put on an event and leave a more positive impact on our environment, we should, right?  (There will be paper cups available at water stops.)

CAN YOU FIND A BETTER VALUE!? The registration launch special is only $39.99 (valid for two weeks, or until 75 registrants).  And all active Lake Run Club Members are entitled to $10 off their registration.  Seriously, another $10 off!  Thank you for being a Lake Run Club member and supporting this local event, and enjoy entry starting at just $29.99.

Be sure to like the Facebook Page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/DamSiteRun

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, November 1, 2026

Start Time

7:30 AM

Start Location

Black Locust Beach, LeRoy, IL, 61752

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

13.1 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details3/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather10/10

typical high 56°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

40°

Afternoon (High)

56°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

71%

Humidity

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