George Barlow Pond

SILVER CREEK, WABASH RIVER· Wabash, Indiana· Built 1968· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

George Barlow Pond is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 6.2% in IN)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge186 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDIN00471

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 28, 1985
State Regulated: No

Ownership

GREG SCHENKEL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of George Barlow Pond?

George Barlow Pond 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 George Barlow Pond?

George Barlow Pond is owned by GREG SCHENKEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was George Barlow Pond built?

George Barlow Pond was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 George Barlow Pond?

George Barlow Pond 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 George Barlow Pond?

George Barlow Pond has a dam height of 13 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 George Barlow Pond last inspected?

George Barlow Pond was last inspected on August 28, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.