Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 88% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 9,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50254 |
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
PEABODY ENERGY
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam?
Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond 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 Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam?
Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam is owned by PEABODY ENERGY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam built?
Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam?
Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond 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 Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam?
Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond 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 Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam last inspected?
Peabody/Randolph Plant/Slurry Pond Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.