D & E Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
D & E Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 613 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03243 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of D & E Marsh Dam?
D & E Marsh Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates D & E Marsh Dam?
D & E Marsh Dam is owned by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was D & E Marsh Dam built?
D & E Marsh 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 D & E Marsh Dam?
D & E Marsh 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 D & E Marsh Dam?
D & E Marsh Dam has a dam height of 8 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 D & E Marsh Dam last inspected?
D & E Marsh Dam was last inspected on April 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.