Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam
Key Takeaway
Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 73.9% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 6,143 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50005 |
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
SPRINGFIELD COAL COMPANY, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Springfield Coal/Crown3/North Refuse Extension Dam
Montgomery, IL
High Hazard 35 ftSpringfield Coal/Crown3/Fine Refuse Pond Extension
Montgomery, IL
Low Hazard 30 ftFine Refuse Pond
Macoupin, IL
Low Hazard 23 ftClarified Water Pond
Macoupin, IL
Significant Hazard 15 ftSpringfield Coal/Crown 3/Fine Refuse Ext 2 Dam
Macoupin, IL
High Hazard 27 ftSettling Pond
Macoupin, IL
Low Hazard 25 ftFresh Water Lake
Macoupin, IL
Significant Hazard 28 ftSpringfield Coal/Crown 2/Coarse Refuse Exterior
Macoupin, IL
Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam?
Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse 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 Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam?
Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam is owned by SPRINGFIELD COAL COMPANY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam built?
Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam?
Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse 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 Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam?
Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam last inspected?
Springfield Coal/Crown 3/North Refuse Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.