Kincaid Station Slag Pond
Key Takeaway
Kincaid Station Slag Pond 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 Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| NID ID | IL50706 |
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
DYNEGY, INC.
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Kincaid Station Slag Pond?
Kincaid Station Slag Pond 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 Kincaid Station Slag Pond?
Kincaid Station Slag Pond is owned by DYNEGY, INC. (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kincaid Station Slag Pond?
Kincaid Station Slag Pond 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 Kincaid Station Slag Pond?
Kincaid Station Slag Pond has a dam height of 25 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 Kincaid Station Slag Pond last inspected?
Kincaid Station Slag Pond was last inspected on October 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.