South Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
South Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 8.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03957 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of South Pond Dam?
South Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates South Pond Dam?
South Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Pond Dam built?
South Pond Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 South Pond Dam?
South Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is South Pond Dam?
South Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 South Pond Dam last inspected?
South Pond Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.