Monroe Dam

Indiana — Monroe County — SALT CREEK

Location

StateIndiana
CountyMonroe
RiverSALT CREEK
Coordinates39.00821, -86.51133

Physical Characteristics

NID Height93 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,350 ft
NID Storage441,000 acre-ft
Max Storage441,000 acre-ft
Surface Area10,750 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 6, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1965
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Louisville District
Other NameMonroe 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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