St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam
Key Takeaway
St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 874 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 874 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,060 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,985 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00811 |
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
CITY OF FORT WAYNE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam?
St. Joseph River (In-Channel) 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 St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam?
St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam is owned by CITY OF FORT WAYNE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam built?
St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam?
St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam?
St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam has a dam height of 10 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 St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam last inspected?
St. Joseph River (In-Channel) Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.