Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 485 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00298 |
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
FERDINAND WATER WORKS
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam?
Ferdinand Old 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 Old Water Supply Dam?
Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam is owned by FERDINAND WATER WORKS (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam built?
Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam?
Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam?
Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Old Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Ferdinand Old Water Supply Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.