Province Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Province Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 4.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 3,940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 256 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03944 |
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
INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Province Pond Dam?
Province Pond 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 Province Pond Dam?
Province Pond Dam is owned by INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Province Pond Dam built?
Province Pond Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Province Pond Dam?
Province Pond 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 Province Pond Dam?
Province Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Province Pond Dam last inspected?
Province Pond Dam was last inspected on August 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.