Zeigler Coal Company Lake
Key Takeaway
Zeigler Coal Company Lake is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 26.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 794 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 498 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00958 |
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
ZEIGLER COAL COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Zeigler Coal Company Lake?
Zeigler Coal Company Lake 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 Zeigler Coal Company Lake?
Zeigler Coal Company Lake is owned by ZEIGLER COAL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zeigler Coal Company Lake built?
Zeigler Coal Company Lake was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Zeigler Coal Company Lake?
Zeigler Coal Company Lake 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 Zeigler Coal Company Lake?
Zeigler Coal Company Lake has a dam height of 19 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 Zeigler Coal Company Lake last inspected?
Zeigler Coal Company Lake was last inspected on May 20, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.