Ball Band Dam (In-Channel)
Key Takeaway
Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1834 and is 192 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,544 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,601 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1834 (192 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00806 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
EDGEWATER LLC
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ball Band Dam (In-Channel)?
Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ball Band Dam (In-Channel)?
Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) is owned by EDGEWATER LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) built?
Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) was completed in 1834, making it 192 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 Ball Band Dam (In-Channel)?
Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) 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 Ball Band Dam (In-Channel)?
Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) has a dam height of 10 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 Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) last inspected?
Ball Band Dam (In-Channel) was last inspected on December 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.