Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 3,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 719 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 916 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00034 |
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
Vigo Coal Company Incorporated
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam?
Washing & Recirculating Reservoir 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 Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam?
Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam is owned by Vigo Coal Company Incorporated (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam built?
Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam?
Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam?
Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam 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 Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Washing & Recirculating Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 13, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.