Morse Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Morse Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. 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 | 70 ft (taller than 98.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,375 acres |
| Drainage Area | 216 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 66,513 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00018 |
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
CITIZENS ENERGY GROUP
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Morse Reservoir Dam?
Morse 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 Morse Reservoir Dam?
Morse Reservoir Dam is owned by CITIZENS ENERGY GROUP (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morse Reservoir Dam built?
Morse Reservoir 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 Morse Reservoir Dam?
Morse Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morse Reservoir Dam?
Morse Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 70 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 Morse Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Morse Reservoir Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.