Coal and Crane Creek Structure 7, located in LaGrange, Illinois, was completed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS and is privately owned.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 49 feet and has a length of 200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this structure, designed as a buttress dam, is listed as 'Other', with a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating.
Operated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. With uncontrolled spillways and gates, the structure poses a low risk of potential hazards. Despite the condition assessment not being available and the Emergency Action Plan status being unknown, the structure meets state guidelines and is inspected every five years to ensure safety and compliance. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Coal and Crane Creek Structure 7 offers a fascinating insight into the management of water resources in the state of Illinois within the Rock Island District.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
49 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB BLUFF DITCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
49 |
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