Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 85 ft (taller than 99.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 5,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,350 acres |
| Drainage Area | 168 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00084 |
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
INDIANAPOLIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam?
Eagle Creek Reservoir 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 Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam?
Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam is owned by INDIANAPOLIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam built?
Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam?
Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam?
Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 85 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 Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Eagle Creek Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.