Coffeen Gmf Recycle Pond Dam

MCDAVID BRANCH EAST FORK SHOAL· Montgomery, Illinois· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Public Utility

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 Length3,600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage342 acre-ft
Normal Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge587 cfs
NID IDIL50578

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: June 6, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

DYNEGY MIDWEST GENERATION, INC.

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.