Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 30 Dam
Key Takeaway
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 30 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 78.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,540 cfs |
| NID ID | IL50472 |
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 30 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 30 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 30 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 30 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 30 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 30 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 30 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 30 Dam has a dam height of 36 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 30 Dam last inspected?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 30 Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.