Pogues Run Dam
Key Takeaway
Pogues Run Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 24 ft (taller than 38.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 572 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03967 |
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
INDIANAPOLIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pogues Run Dam?
Pogues Run 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 Pogues Run Dam?
Pogues Run Dam is owned by INDIANAPOLIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pogues Run Dam built?
Pogues Run Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Pogues Run Dam?
Pogues Run Dam 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 Pogues Run Dam?
Pogues Run Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Pogues Run Dam last inspected?
Pogues Run Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.