Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23
Key Takeaway
Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 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 | 37 ft (taller than 81.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03918 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23?
Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 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 Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23?
Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 is owned by DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 built?
Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23?
Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 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 Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23?
Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 has a dam height of 37 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 Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 last inspected?
Middle Fork of Anderson River - No. 23 was last inspected on March 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.