Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 Dam
Key Takeaway
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,300 cfs |
| NID ID | IL50468 |
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/Pond 29 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 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 29 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 Dam is owned by SPRINGFIELD COAL COMPANY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Tailings. 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 29 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 Dam 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 Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 Dam last inspected?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 29 Dam was last inspected on October 2, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.