Little Raccoon Dam No. 7
Key Takeaway
Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 559 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,285 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00219 |
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
LITTLE RACCOON CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Raccoon Dam No. 7?
Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 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 Little Raccoon Dam No. 7?
Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 is owned by LITTLE RACCOON CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 built?
Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Little Raccoon Dam No. 7?
Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Raccoon Dam No. 7?
Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 has a dam height of 32 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 Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 last inspected?
Little Raccoon Dam No. 7 was last inspected on July 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.