Elk Creek Dam No. 1

Indiana — Washington County — UNNAMED TRIBUTARY ELK CREEK

Location

StateIndiana
CountyWashington
RiverUNNAMED TRIBUTARY ELK CREEK
Coordinates38.67796, -85.96423

Physical Characteristics

NID Height31 ft
Dam Height31 ft
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage213 acre-ft
Max Storage213 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionJanuary 31, 2017
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1960
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerELK CREEK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Other NameApple

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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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