Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1

TRIB COAL CREEK DITCH· Schuyler, Illinois· Built 1971· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 83.1% in IL)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDIL00837

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

FLOYD HOOD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1?

Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 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 Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1?

Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 is owned by FLOYD HOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 built?

Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1?

Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1?

Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 has a dam height of 40 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 Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 last inspected?

Coal and Crane Creek Structure 1 was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.