Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 95% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00780 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MACOUPIN ENERGY, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam?
Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam?
Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam is owned by MACOUPIN ENERGY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam built?
Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir 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 Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam?
Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam?
Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Macoupin Energy Smith Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.