Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam, located in Dubois County, Indiana, serves as a vital public utility structure regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

Constructed in 1954 along the Ferdinand Run, this earth dam stands at 25 feet tall with a maximum storage capacity of 146 acre-feet. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam's primary purpose is to ensure a reliable water supply for the surrounding community.

With a drainage area of 0.6 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 86 acre-feet, the Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Although lacking a spillway and outlet gates, the dam has a hydraulic height of 27 feet and a structural height of 29 feet, with a length of 360 feet. The high risk profile of the dam underscores the importance of ongoing inspections and risk management measures to safeguard the local population and infrastructure from potential hazards.

As a key component of the water supply infrastructure in Dubois County, the Ferdinand New Water Supply Dam requires regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued functioning. With its significant hazard potential and high risk assessment, stakeholders must prioritize investments in risk management measures to mitigate potential threats and safeguard the dam's structural integrity. The dam's role in providing essential water resources underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and proactive maintenance to protect public safety and ensure reliable water supply for the community.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

360

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

FERDINAND RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

0.6

Nid Storage

146

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

29
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.