Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam
Key Takeaway
Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 88% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 4,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 773 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 632 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| NID ID | IL50573 |
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 Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam?
Duck Creek Gypsum Stack 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 Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam?
Duck Creek Gypsum Stack 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 Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam?
Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam?
Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam last inspected?
Duck Creek Gypsum Stack Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.