Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam
Key Takeaway
Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 76 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00564 |
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
WALNUT HILLS RETREAT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam?
Walnut Ridge Retreat 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 Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam?
Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam is owned by WALNUT HILLS RETREAT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam built?
Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam?
Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam last inspected?
Walnut Ridge Retreat Dam was last inspected on February 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.