Beechwood Lake Dam, located in Greene County, Indiana, was completed in 1957 for recreational purposes.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 28.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 158 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 68 acre-feet. The dam spans 350 feet in length and impounds an unnamed tributary of Richland Creek.
Despite its recreational benefits, Beechwood Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment. The dam's last inspection in August 2020 revealed its deteriorating state, prompting a moderate risk assessment rating. With a spillway width of 45 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1195 cubic feet per second, the dam's structural integrity and emergency preparedness measures are critical to ensuring the safety of downstream communities and the surrounding environment. Overall, Beechwood Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions and increasing water resource demands.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
28.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY RICHLAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
158 |
Structural Height |
28.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
29 |
White River At Newberry
|
2030cfs |
Eel River At Bowling Green
|
171cfs |
Mill Creek Near Cataract
|
17cfs |
East Fork White River At Shoals
|
4940cfs |
Busseron Creek Near Carlisle
|
95cfs |
East Fork White River Near Bedford
|
3310cfs |