Old Ben/Mine 24/Sediment and Slurry Dam
Illinois — Franklin County — TRIB BIG MUDDY RIVER
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Franklin |
| River | TRIB BIG MUDDY RIVER |
| Coordinates | 38.01351, -88.95491 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| NID Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | July 6, 2015 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1982 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | OLD BEN COAL COMPANY |
| Other Name | Old Ben 24 Sediment/Slurry Impoundment |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.