Lake Talahi Lake Dam, located in Vanderburgh, Indiana, was completed in 1934 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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The dam, with a height of 36.6 feet and a hydraulic height of 30 feet, impounds a maximum storage of 259 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 22 acres. The dam is situated on an unnamed tributary of Pigeon Creek and is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
Despite its age, Lake Talahi Lake Dam is facing significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment. The last inspection in June 2020 highlighted the dam's deteriorating state, with a risk assessment rating of high (2). Emergency action plans are not prepared, and the dam lacks inundation maps and updated emergency contacts. Given its condition and risk level, it is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize necessary maintenance and risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of this important water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1934 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
36.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY PIGEON CREEK |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
259 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
37 |
Big Creek Near Wadesville
|
1cfs |
Pigeon Creek Near Fort Branch
|
1cfs |
Wabash River At New Harmony
|
6200cfs |
Patoka River Near Princeton
|
820cfs |
Wabash River At Mt. Carmel
|
5820cfs |
Patoka River At Winslow
|
643cfs |