Ayrshire Slurry Pond
Key Takeaway
Ayrshire Slurry Pond is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 64 ft (taller than 97.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 10,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 205 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 61 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03131 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Jeff Mueller
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ayrshire Slurry Pond?
Ayrshire Slurry Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ayrshire Slurry Pond?
Ayrshire Slurry Pond is owned by Jeff Mueller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ayrshire Slurry Pond built?
Ayrshire Slurry Pond was completed in 1973, making it 53 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Ayrshire Slurry Pond?
Ayrshire Slurry Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ayrshire Slurry Pond?
Ayrshire Slurry Pond has a dam height of 64 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Ayrshire Slurry Pond last inspected?
Ayrshire Slurry Pond was last inspected on December 29, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.