Mississinewa Beach Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Mississinewa Beach Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03940 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mississinewa Beach Road Dam?
Mississinewa Beach Road 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 Mississinewa Beach Road Dam?
Mississinewa Beach Road Dam is owned by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mississinewa Beach Road Dam built?
Mississinewa Beach Road Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Mississinewa Beach Road Dam?
Mississinewa Beach Road 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 Mississinewa Beach Road Dam?
Mississinewa Beach Road Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Mississinewa Beach Road Dam last inspected?
Mississinewa Beach Road Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.