U 38 (Birdeye Dam)
Key Takeaway
U 38 (Birdeye Dam) is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 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 | 51 ft (taller than 93.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 434 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,965 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IN04038 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of U 38 (Birdeye Dam)?
U 38 (Birdeye 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 U 38 (Birdeye Dam)?
U 38 (Birdeye Dam) is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was U 38 (Birdeye Dam) built?
U 38 (Birdeye Dam) was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 U 38 (Birdeye Dam)?
U 38 (Birdeye Dam) 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 U 38 (Birdeye Dam)?
U 38 (Birdeye Dam) has a dam height of 51 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 U 38 (Birdeye Dam) last inspected?
U 38 (Birdeye Dam) was last inspected on December 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.