Powerton Station Former Ash Basin
Key Takeaway
Powerton Station Former Ash Basin is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2017 |
| NID ID | IL50713 |
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
MIDWEST GENERATION LLC
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Powerton Station Former Ash Basin?
Powerton Station Former Ash Basin 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 Powerton Station Former Ash Basin?
Powerton Station Former Ash Basin is owned by MIDWEST GENERATION LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Powerton Station Former Ash Basin built?
Powerton Station Former Ash Basin was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Powerton Station Former Ash Basin?
Powerton Station Former Ash Basin 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 Powerton Station Former Ash Basin?
Powerton Station Former Ash Basin has a dam height of 30 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 Powerton Station Former Ash Basin last inspected?
Powerton Station Former Ash Basin was last inspected on September 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.