Springfield Coal/Industry/3s
Key Takeaway
Springfield Coal/Industry/3s is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 59 ft (taller than 95.4% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 382 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 301 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50051 |
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
SPRINGFIELD COAL COMPANY, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Springfield Coal/Industry/3s?
Springfield Coal/Industry/3s 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 Springfield Coal/Industry/3s?
Springfield Coal/Industry/3s 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/Industry/3s built?
Springfield Coal/Industry/3s was completed in 1984, making it 42 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/Industry/3s?
Springfield Coal/Industry/3s 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/Industry/3s?
Springfield Coal/Industry/3s has a dam height of 59 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/Industry/3s last inspected?
Springfield Coal/Industry/3s was last inspected on May 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.