Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16.3% in IL) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 278 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50173 |
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
EXELON GENERATION COMPANY, LLC
Public Utility
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam?
Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam 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 Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam?
Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam is owned by EXELON GENERATION COMPANY, LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam built?
Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam?
Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam?
Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam last inspected?
Clinton Power Station/Dredge Disposal Pond Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.