Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 403 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00019 |
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
Henry Haake
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam?
Ferdinand New Water Supply 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 Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam?
Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam is owned by Henry Haake (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam built?
Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam?
Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam was last inspected on December 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.