Refuse Reservoir Dam So. Dam
Refuse Reservoir Dam So.
Located in Warrick, Indiana, the Refuse Reservoir Dam So. stands as a significant structure completed in 1958 with a primary purpose described as 'Other.' This privately owned Earth dam, reaching a height of 38 feet and a length of 2650 feet, serves to store water with a maximum capacity of 5 acre-feet and a normal storage of 4 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 400 acres and a surface area of 89 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite being a non-federally regulated dam, the Refuse Reservoir Dam So. poses a significant hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspection and maintenance. With its last inspection date recorded in July 1980 and a condition assessment marked as 'Not Rated,' there remains a need for updated risk assessments and emergency action plans to ensure the safety and resilience of the dam. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this structure a compelling subject for further study and consideration in the context of sustainable water management practices.
As a key feature in the Congressional District 08 of Indiana, the Refuse Reservoir Dam So. represents a vital component of the local water infrastructure. With its unique design and historical significance, this dam serves as a focal point for discussions on water resource management, climate resilience, and emergency preparedness. In light of its condition assessment and hazard potential, there is a pressing need for continued monitoring and evaluation to safeguard the surrounding communities and ecosystems from potential risks and disruptions.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Refuse Reservoir Dam So. -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pigeon Creek Near Fort Branch | 4 cfs | → |
| Patoka River At Winslow | 531 cfs | → |
| Big Creek Near Wadesville | 4 cfs | → |
| Patoka River Near Princeton | 1,000 cfs | → |
| White River At Petersburg | 10,200 cfs | → |
| Wabash River At Mt. Carmel | 20,300 cfs | → |
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About Refuse Reservoir Dam So.
Where does the data for Refuse Reservoir Dam So. come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.