Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam

TRIB EAST FORK SHOAL CR· Montgomery, Illinois· Rockfill·
Significant Hazard Other Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeRockfill
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
NID IDIL50722

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

DYNEGY

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam?

Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam?

Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam is owned by DYNEGY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam?

Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam last inspected?

Coffeen Station Ash Pond 1 Dam was last inspected on November 16, 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.