Moss Dam
Key Takeaway
Moss Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 8.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 5,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 576 acres |
| Drainage Area | 58 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 48,916 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03492 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Moss Dam?
Moss 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 Moss Dam?
Moss Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moss Dam built?
Moss Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Moss Dam?
Moss Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Moss Dam?
Moss Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Moss Dam last inspected?
Moss Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.