Baldwin Station Bottom Ash Pond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Baldwin Station Bottom Ash Pond in Randolph, Illinois is a rockfill dam situated along the Tributary of the Kaskaskia River, overseen by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
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Summary
This significant structure is owned by a Public Utility and serves a primary purpose classified as 'Other'. With a significant hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition assessment is currently not available.
Despite the lack of specific data on the dam's height, volume, and completion year, it is clear that Baldwin Station Bottom Ash Pond plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam's inspection frequency is set at 3 times a year, with the last inspection conducted in November 2020. The risk management measures and emergency preparedness status of the dam are currently not available, highlighting the need for further information and potential updates on its condition.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area should keep a keen eye on Baldwin Station Bottom Ash Pond, given its strategic location and the potential impact it may have on the surrounding environment. With its state-regulated status and significant hazard potential, understanding the dam's condition and risk assessment is essential for effective water resource management and ensuring the safety of the local community and ecosystem. Further updates on the dam's maintenance, emergency preparedness, and risk management measures are crucial for maintaining the integrity of this important infrastructure.
River Or Stream |
TRIB KASKASKIA R |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kaskaskia River At New Athens
|
411cfs |
Richland Creek Near Hecker
|
23cfs |
Silver Creek Near Freeburg
|
57cfs |
Mississippi River At Chester
|
77900cfs |
Kaskaskia River Near Venedy Station
|
205cfs |
Little Crooked Creek Near New Minden
|
1cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Baldwin Station Bottom Ash Pond