Busseron Dam No. A-3
Key Takeaway
Busseron Dam No. A-3 is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00150 |
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
BUSSERON CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Busseron Dam No. A-3?
Busseron Dam No. A-3 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 Busseron Dam No. A-3?
Busseron Dam No. A-3 is owned by BUSSERON CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Busseron Dam No. A-3 built?
Busseron Dam No. A-3 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Busseron Dam No. A-3?
Busseron Dam No. A-3 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 Busseron Dam No. A-3?
Busseron Dam No. A-3 has a dam height of 28 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 Busseron Dam No. A-3 last inspected?
Busseron Dam No. A-3 was last inspected on March 27, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.