Clarifiers
Key Takeaway
Clarifiers is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 78.2% in IL) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| NID ID | IL83467 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THE AMERICAN COAL CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clarifiers?
Clarifiers is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Clarifiers?
Clarifiers is owned by THE AMERICAN COAL CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Clarifiers?
Clarifiers serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clarifiers?
Clarifiers has a dam height of 36 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Clarifiers last inspected?
Clarifiers was last inspected on January 5, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.