Liberty Park Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Liberty Park Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 3,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03968 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BATESVILLE WATER AND GAS UTILITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Liberty Park Reservoir Dam?
Liberty Park Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Liberty Park Reservoir Dam?
Liberty Park Reservoir Dam is owned by BATESVILLE WATER AND GAS UTILITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Liberty Park Reservoir Dam?
Liberty Park Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Liberty Park Reservoir Dam?
Liberty Park Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Liberty Park Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Liberty Park Reservoir Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.