Chinook Mine Dam No. 17
Key Takeaway
Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 13.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03910 |
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
SUNDANCE LAND AND CATTLE C O.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chinook Mine Dam No. 17?
Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 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 Chinook Mine Dam No. 17?
Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 is owned by SUNDANCE LAND AND CATTLE C O. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 built?
Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Chinook Mine Dam No. 17?
Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chinook Mine Dam No. 17?
Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 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 Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 last inspected?
Chinook Mine Dam No. 17 was last inspected on January 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.