Bischoff Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Bischoff Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 205 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,021 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00043 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bischoff Reservoir Dam?
Bischoff Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bischoff Reservoir Dam?
Bischoff Reservoir Dam is owned by information not available (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bischoff Reservoir Dam built?
Bischoff Reservoir Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Bischoff Reservoir Dam?
Bischoff Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bischoff Reservoir Dam?
Bischoff Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Bischoff Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Bischoff Reservoir Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.