Salamonie Dam
Key Takeaway
Salamonie Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 20 ft (taller than 23% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 263.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,860 acres |
| Drainage Area | 553 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03005 |
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
USACE - Chicago District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Salamonie Dam?
Salamonie 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 Salamonie Dam?
Salamonie Dam is owned by USACE - Chicago District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Salamonie Dam built?
Salamonie Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Salamonie Dam?
Salamonie 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 Salamonie Dam?
Salamonie Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Salamonie Dam last inspected?
Salamonie Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.