Brookside Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Brookside Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 13.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 985 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN04019 |
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
City of Indianapolis, Flood Control
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brookside Park Dam?
Brookside Park Dam 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 Brookside Park Dam?
Brookside Park Dam is owned by City of Indianapolis, Flood Control (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Brookside Park Dam?
Brookside Park Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brookside Park Dam?
Brookside Park Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Brookside Park Dam last inspected?
Brookside Park Dam was last inspected on May 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.