Middle Fork Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: South Q St. Dry Dam Halls Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 27, 2025
Middle Fork Reservoir Dam, located in Wayne, Indiana, stands as a vital structure for water supply and recreation purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1963 by Burgess and Niple, this earth dam stands at 74 feet high with a length of 3257 feet, providing a storage capacity of 12,000 acre-feet. The dam overlooks an unnamed tributary of the Middle Fork East Fork Whitewater River, serving as a crucial water resource for the region.
With a fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the Middle Fork Reservoir Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 124 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 58,000 cubic feet per second. The dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are continuously reviewed and updated to mitigate any potential risks.
As a private-owned structure regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, the Middle Fork Reservoir Dam not only provides essential water supply but also offers recreational opportunities for the community. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
3257 |
Dam Height |
74 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY MIDDLE FORK EAST FORK WHITEWATER RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
174 |
Hydraulic Height |
74 |
Drainage Area |
47.2 |
Nid Storage |
12000 |
Structural Height |
74 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
74 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Middle Fork Reservoir Dam