Stucker Fork Dam No. 8
Key Takeaway
Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 905 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,588 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00650 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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. 8?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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. 8?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 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. 8 built?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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. 8?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 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. 8?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 has a dam height of 34 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. 8 last inspected?
Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 was last inspected on November 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.