Green Valley Mine Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Valley Mine Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 38.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 221 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,274 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00429 |
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
INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Green Valley Mine Pond Dam?
Green Valley Mine Pond 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 Green Valley Mine Pond Dam?
Green Valley Mine Pond Dam is owned by INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Valley Mine Pond Dam built?
Green Valley Mine Pond Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Green Valley Mine Pond Dam?
Green Valley Mine Pond 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 Green Valley Mine Pond Dam?
Green Valley Mine Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Green Valley Mine Pond Dam last inspected?
Green Valley Mine Pond Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.