Danville Conservation Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Danville Conservation Club Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00329 |
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
HENDRICKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Danville Conservation Club Dam?
Danville Conservation Club 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 Danville Conservation Club Dam?
Danville Conservation Club Dam is owned by HENDRICKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Danville Conservation Club Dam built?
Danville Conservation Club Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Danville Conservation Club Dam?
Danville Conservation Club 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 Danville Conservation Club Dam?
Danville Conservation Club 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 Danville Conservation Club Dam last inspected?
Danville Conservation Club Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.