Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5
Key Takeaway
Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5 is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 89.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 225 acres |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IL01203 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF RUSHVILLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5?
Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5?
Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5 is owned by CITY OF RUSHVILLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5 built?
Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 & Crane Creek Structure 5?
Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5 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 & Crane Creek Structure 5?
Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5 has a dam height of 47 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 & Crane Creek Structure 5 last inspected?
Coal & Crane Creek Structure 5 was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.