Stucker Fork Dam No. 15
Key Takeaway
Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 597 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,925 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00141 |
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
STUCKER FORK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stucker Fork Dam No. 15?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 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 Stucker Fork Dam No. 15?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 is owned by STUCKER FORK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 built?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Stucker Fork Dam No. 15?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 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 Stucker Fork Dam No. 15?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 has a dam height of 29 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 Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 last inspected?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 15 was last inspected on February 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.