Stucker Fork Dam No. 16a
Key Takeaway
Stucker Fork Dam No. 16a is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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 | 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 912 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 34 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,877 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00652 |
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. 16a?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 16a 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. 16a?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 16a 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. 16a built?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 16a was completed in 1977, making it 49 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. 16a?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 16a 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. 16a?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 16a has a dam height of 30 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. 16a last inspected?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 16a was last inspected on February 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.