Elk Creek Dam No. 9

Indiana — Washington County — ELK CREEK

Location

StateIndiana
CountyWashington
RiverELK CREEK
Coordinates38.65066, -85.94609

Physical Characteristics

NID Height48 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length975 ft
NID Storage1,182 acre-ft
Max Storage1,182 acre-ft
Surface Area48 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionJanuary 15, 2019
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1962
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerELK CREEK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Other NameElk Lake

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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.

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