Stucker Fork Dam No. 12 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Stucker Fork Dam No.


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Summary

12, located in Scott County, Indiana, is a key structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk along Big Ox Creek. Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands 32.5 feet high and spans 1750 feet, providing essential flood protection to the surrounding area. With a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 11,449 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flooding events in the region.

The dam's fair condition assessment, last conducted in December 2015, highlights its ongoing functionality and the low hazard potential it poses. While the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, the structure meets regulatory standards and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction. The absence of outlet gates and the use of an uncontrolled spillway indicate the dam's simplicity in design, yet its strategic placement along Big Ox Creek showcases its importance in safeguarding the local community from the impacts of extreme weather events. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Stucker Fork Dam No. 12 stands as a testament to effective flood control measures and the critical role dams play in enhancing community resilience to changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

1750

Dam Height

32.5

River Or Stream

BIG OX CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

34

Hydraulic Height

34

Drainage Area

7.38

Nid Storage

2004

Structural Height

34

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

34
       
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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.