Felmont Oil Co.
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Dam, located in Dubois, Indiana, was completed in 1963 and serves as a vital water resource structure in the area. This privately-owned Earth-type dam stands at a height of 47 feet and has a capacity to store 186 acre-feet of water from the unnamed tributary Ferdinand Run. With a normal storage capacity of 121 acre-feet and a surface area of 9.8 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and managing water resources in the region.
The dam's primary purpose is listed as "Other," indicating its significance beyond conventional uses such as flood control or irrigation. Despite its fair condition assessment in 2006, the dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating. The structure features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 16 feet and has no outlet gates. The dam's inspection frequency is every two years, with the last assessment conducted in November 2020, ensuring its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding community.
Managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Felmont Oil Co. Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its strategic location and capacity, the dam contributes to water resource management efforts in the region, highlighting the intersection of water infrastructure, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship. As a key component of the local water system, the dam underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in addressing the challenges posed by climate change and ensuring water security for the future.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY FERDINAND RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
186 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
47 |
Middle Fork Anderson River At Bristow
|
9cfs |
Patoka River At Jasper
|
756cfs |
Ohio River At Cannelton Dam At Cannelton
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49000cfs |
Patoka River At Winslow
|
643cfs |
East Fork White River At Shoals
|
2030cfs |
White River Above Petersburg
|
1220cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Ferdinand State Forest
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Dubois County Park
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Jackpine Loop
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Tipsaw
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Dogwood Loop
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South Slope Camping
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