Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 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 | 47 ft (taller than 89.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,437 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50025 |
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
TEAM MCCOY WHITETAILS, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 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 4 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 Dam is owned by TEAM MCCOY WHITETAILS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 Dam built?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 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 4 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 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 4 Dam?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 Dam has a dam height of 47 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 4 Dam last inspected?
Springfield Coal/Industry/Pond 4 Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.