West Boggs Creek Structure No. 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

West Boggs Creek Structure No.


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Summary

1 is a key flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Martin, Indiana. Managed by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 51 feet and was completed in 1971. It serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and recreation, with a storage capacity of 18,438 acre-feet and a drainage area of 13.27 square miles.

With a spillway width of 400 feet and a maximum discharge of 22,000 cubic feet per second, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water levels in West Boggs Creek. Despite its fair condition assessment in 2008 and a high hazard potential, regular inspections ensure its reliability and safety. Surrounded by a surface area of 621.9 acres, this dam is a vital component of the water resource management system in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate resilience and environmental protection.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

2740

Dam Height

51

River Or Stream

WEST BOGGS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

621.9

Hydraulic Height

43

Drainage Area

13.27

Nid Storage

18438

Structural Height

51

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

51
       
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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.