Krietenstein Camp Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY CROYS CREEK· Putnam, Indiana· Built 1955· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Krietenstein Camp Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDIN03430

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: June 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

WABASH VALLEY COUNCIL B.S.A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Krietenstein Camp Dam?

Krietenstein Camp Dam 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 Krietenstein Camp Dam?

Krietenstein Camp Dam is owned by WABASH VALLEY COUNCIL B.S.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Krietenstein Camp Dam built?

Krietenstein Camp Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Krietenstein Camp Dam?

Krietenstein Camp 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 Krietenstein Camp Dam?

Krietenstein Camp Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Krietenstein Camp Dam last inspected?

Krietenstein Camp Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2020. 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.