Indianford

ROCK· Rock, Wisconsin· Built 1932· Gravity· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Indianford is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 35.2% in WI)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage107.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage53.0K acre-ft
Surface Area10,460 acres
Drainage Area2,594 sq mi
Max Discharge8,000 cfs
Year Completed1932 (94 years old)
NID IDWI00655

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: Yes
Last Inspection: December 5, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Rock-Koshkonong Lake District

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Indianford?

Indianford 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 Indianford?

Indianford is owned by Rock-Koshkonong Lake District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Indianford built?

Indianford was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Indianford?

Indianford 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 Indianford?

Indianford 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 Indianford last inspected?

Indianford was last inspected on December 5, 2013. 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.