Stanfield Dam
Key Takeaway
Stanfield Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 35.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 872 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,889 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03494 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stanfield Dam?
Stanfield 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 Stanfield Dam?
Stanfield Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stanfield Dam built?
Stanfield Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Stanfield Dam?
Stanfield Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stanfield Dam?
Stanfield Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Stanfield Dam last inspected?
Stanfield Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.