Cedarville Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedarville Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 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 | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 460 acres |
| Drainage Area | 763 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00012 |
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
CITY OF FORT WAYNE - UTILITIES ENGINEERING
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Cedarville Dam?
Cedarville 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 Cedarville Dam?
Cedarville Dam is owned by CITY OF FORT WAYNE - UTILITIES ENGINEERING (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedarville Dam built?
Cedarville 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 Cedarville Dam?
Cedarville 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 Cedarville Dam?
Cedarville Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Cedarville Dam last inspected?
Cedarville Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.