Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 Dam

TRIB GRINDSTONE CREEK· McDonough, Illinois· Built 1983· Earth· 46 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 46 ft (taller than 88.9% in IL)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage905 acre-ft
Normal Storage365 acre-ft
Surface Area516 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,200 cfs
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDIL50028

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 14, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

SPRINGFIELD COAL COMPANY, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 Dam?

Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 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 Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 Dam?

Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 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/Industry/Pond 2 Dam built?

Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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/Pond 2 Dam?

Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 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/Industry/Pond 2 Dam?

Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 Dam has a dam height of 46 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/Pond 2 Dam last inspected?

Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 2 Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.