Ronald A. Kirsch Dam
Key Takeaway
Ronald A. Kirsch Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03971 |
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
RONALD KIRSCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ronald A. Kirsch Dam?
Ronald A. Kirsch 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 Ronald A. Kirsch Dam?
Ronald A. Kirsch Dam is owned by RONALD KIRSCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ronald A. Kirsch Dam built?
Ronald A. Kirsch Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Ronald A. Kirsch Dam?
Ronald A. Kirsch 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 Ronald A. Kirsch Dam?
Ronald A. Kirsch Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Ronald A. Kirsch Dam last inspected?
Ronald A. Kirsch Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.