Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.6% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 680 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 655 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | IL50232 |
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
CITY WATER, LIGHT & POWER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam?
Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond 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 Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam?
Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam is owned by CITY WATER, LIGHT & POWER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam built?
Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam?
Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond 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 Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam?
Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam last inspected?
Springfield Lakeside Ash Disposal Pond Dam was last inspected on November 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.