Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam
Key Takeaway
Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 10% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 3,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | IL50712 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
AMEREN SERVICES
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam?
Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D 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 Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam?
Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam is owned by AMEREN SERVICES (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam built?
Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam?
Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam 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 Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam?
Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam last inspected?
Hutsonville Fly Ash Pond D Dam was last inspected on July 2, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.