Tousley Dam, located in Brown County, Indiana, was completed in 1953 by designer H.
Wind
Humidity
D. Tousley for the primary purpose of water supply. This earth dam, standing at 43 feet tall and stretching 500 feet in length, holds a maximum storage capacity of 637 acre-feet and serves the East Fork Salt Creek. Despite its significant storage capacity, the dam has a poor condition assessment and a high hazard potential, making it a cause for concern among water resource and climate enthusiasts.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 188 feet, and it is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Tousley Dam also offers recreational opportunities in addition to its water supply function, covering a surface area of 30 acres. However, with a moderate risk assessment rating and a history of poor condition, the dam requires regular inspections and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the integrity of the structure. The dam's location and design make it a crucial element in the region's water management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
EAST FORK SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
3.44 |
Nid Storage |
637 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
43 |
North Fork Salt Creek At Nashville
|
20cfs |
Flatrock River At Columbus
|
212cfs |
Driftwood River Near Edinburgh Ind
|
439cfs |
East Fork White River At Columbus
|
647cfs |
Sugar Creek Near Edinburgh
|
127cfs |
Haw Creek Near Clifford
|
12cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Happy Hollow’s Children Camp
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Heflen Co Park
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Camp Atterbury Military
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Johnson County Park
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Brown County State Park
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Irwin City Park
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