Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 20.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 3,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 342 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 587 cfs |
| NID ID | IL50578 |
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
DYNEGY MIDWEST GENERATION, INC.
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam?
Coffeen Gmf Recycle 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 Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam?
Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam is owned by DYNEGY MIDWEST GENERATION, INC. (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam?
Coffeen Gmf Recycle 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 Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam?
Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam last inspected?
Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.