Elk Creek Dam No. 3

Indiana — Washington County — UNNAMED TRIBUTARY ELK CREEK

Location

StateIndiana
CountyWashington
RiverUNNAMED TRIBUTARY ELK CREEK
Coordinates38.66348, -85.94621

Physical Characteristics

NID Height34 ft
Dam Height34 ft
Dam Length780 ft
NID Storage198 acre-ft
Max Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionJanuary 2, 2019
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

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