Claybridge At Springmill Dam

ELLIOT CREEK· Hamilton, Indiana· Built 1985· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Claybridge At Springmill Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 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 17 ft (taller than 13.1% in IN)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge5,300 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDIN03689

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 16, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

Dick Scott

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Claybridge At Springmill Dam?

Claybridge At Springmill 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 Claybridge At Springmill Dam?

Claybridge At Springmill Dam is owned by Dick Scott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Claybridge At Springmill Dam built?

Claybridge At Springmill Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Claybridge At Springmill Dam?

Claybridge At Springmill Dam 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 Claybridge At Springmill Dam?

Claybridge At Springmill Dam 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 Claybridge At Springmill Dam last inspected?

Claybridge At Springmill Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.