Located in Montgomery County, Illinois, Coffeen Lake Dam is a significant earth dam with a height of 70 feet and a length of 1300 feet.
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Completed in 1964, it serves multiple purposes including flood control and water supply management for the surrounding area. Coffeen Lake Dam has a storage capacity of 35,800 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1096 acres.
Managed by a public utility, Coffeen Lake Dam is regulated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a spillway width of 100 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 8430 cubic feet per second, the dam has a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is currently not available, indicating a need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures to be implemented in the future.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
70 |
River Or Stream |
MC DAVID BRANCH, SHOAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1096 |
Drainage Area |
19.1 |
Nid Storage |
35800 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
70 |