Springdale Farm Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY HONEY CREEK· Vigo, Indiana· Built 1978· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Springdale Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN)
Dam Length365 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage119 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge238 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDIN00721

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 17, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

Lance Marla Robert Pickell

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Springdale Farm Dam?

Springdale Farm 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 Springdale Farm Dam?

Springdale Farm Dam is owned by Lance Marla Robert Pickell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Springdale Farm Dam built?

Springdale Farm Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Springdale Farm Dam?

Springdale Farm 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 Springdale Farm Dam?

Springdale Farm Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Springdale Farm Dam last inspected?

Springdale Farm Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.