Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam
Key Takeaway
Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00088 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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 Lake 5 Dam?
Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam?
Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam is owned by ZEIGLER COAL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam built?
Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Lake 5 Dam?
Zeigler Coal Lake 5 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 Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam?
Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Lake 5 Dam last inspected?
Zeigler Coal Lake 5 Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.