Hawthorne Wildlife Dam
Key Takeaway
Hawthorne Wildlife Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 4,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03365 |
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
Vigo County Parks Department
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hawthorne Wildlife Dam?
Hawthorne Wildlife 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 Hawthorne Wildlife Dam?
Hawthorne Wildlife Dam is owned by Vigo County Parks Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hawthorne Wildlife Dam built?
Hawthorne Wildlife Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Hawthorne Wildlife Dam?
Hawthorne Wildlife Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Hawthorne Wildlife Dam last inspected?
Hawthorne Wildlife Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.