Jenson Lake Dam, located in Brown County, Indiana, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1970, this dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a structural height of 36 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet. The dam is situated on an unnamed tributary of the North Fork Salt Creek, with a drainage area of 0.42 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Jenson Lake Dam is assessed as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in November 2010. With a high risk rating of 2, there are concerns about the dam's safety and the potential consequences of failure. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with outlet gates for water release. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not currently documented.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jenson Lake Dam serves as a notable structure in the region with its recreational significance and environmental impact. As discussions around dam safety and risk management continue, Jenson Lake Dam represents a critical piece of infrastructure that requires attention and evaluation to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY NORTH FORK SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
0.42 |
Nid Storage |
250 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
36 |
North Fork Salt Creek At Nashville
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18cfs |
East Fork White River At Columbus
|
602cfs |
Flatrock River At Columbus
|
178cfs |
Driftwood River Near Edinburgh Ind
|
419cfs |
Sugar Creek Near Edinburgh
|
121cfs |
White River Near Centerton
|
570cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Horseman's Camp
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Yellowwood State Forest
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Brown County State Park
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Primitive Campground
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B & D
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Paynetown State Rec Area - Monroe Lake
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