Marvin Morgan Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Marvin Morgan Dam, located in Noble, Indiana, was completed in 1973 and stands at a height of 18 feet with a length of 400 feet.


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Summary

This earth dam serves multiple purposes, including flood control and water storage, with a maximum capacity of 101 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment has not been rated, and it is classified as having a high hazard potential.

The dam's primary owner is listed as private, and it falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Indiana. With no state regulation, inspection, or enforcement in place, the responsibility for the dam's upkeep and safety likely falls on the private owner. It is situated within the Chicago District of the USACE, with Congressional District 03, Indiana, overseeing its federal interests.

Despite the lack of recent inspection data, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Marvin Morgan Dam an intriguing subject for further study. Its location, design, and purpose offer a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of infrastructure and environmental management in the state of Indiana.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

18

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11.2

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

0.25

Nid Storage

101

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

18
       
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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.