Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00753 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TIPPECANOE COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam?
Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam?
Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam is owned by TIPPECANOE COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam built?
Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam?
Pretty Prairie Creek 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 Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam?
Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam last inspected?
Pretty Prairie Creek Road Dam was last inspected on January 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.