Cagles Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Cagles Mill Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 228.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 295 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03002 |
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
USACE - Louisville District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cagles Mill Dam?
Cagles Mill 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 Cagles Mill Dam?
Cagles Mill Dam is owned by USACE - Louisville District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cagles Mill Dam built?
Cagles Mill Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Cagles Mill Dam?
Cagles Mill Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Cagles Mill Dam last inspected?
Cagles Mill Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.