Macoupin Energy Recirculation Pond Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateIllinois
CountyMacoupin
Nearest CityHARDIN
River/StreamTRIB SPANISH NEEDLE CREEK
Coordinates39.20328, -89.86918

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length325 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage248 acre-ft
Max Storage248 acre-ft
Normal Storage164 acre-ft
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerMACOUPIN ENERGY, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection03/24/2026
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDIL00982
Federal IDIL00982
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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