Camp Indi-Co-So Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Indi-Co-So Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 351 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00534 |
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
SOUTHERN INDIANA CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED METHODIS
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Camp Indi-Co-So Dam?
Camp Indi-Co-So Dam 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 Camp Indi-Co-So Dam?
Camp Indi-Co-So Dam is owned by SOUTHERN INDIANA CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED METHODIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Indi-Co-So Dam built?
Camp Indi-Co-So Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Camp Indi-Co-So Dam?
Camp Indi-Co-So Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Camp Indi-Co-So Dam?
Camp Indi-Co-So Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Camp Indi-Co-So Dam last inspected?
Camp Indi-Co-So Dam was last inspected on December 3, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.