Old Mill Dam (In-Channel)
Key Takeaway
Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 681 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03554 |
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
CITY OF MARION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Mill Dam (In-Channel)?
Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) 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 Old Mill Dam (In-Channel)?
Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) is owned by CITY OF MARION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) built?
Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Old Mill Dam (In-Channel)?
Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) 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 Old Mill Dam (In-Channel)?
Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) has a dam height of 10 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 Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) last inspected?
Old Mill Dam (In-Channel) was last inspected on February 25, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.