Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Stucker Fork Dam No.


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Summary

8, also known as Bonset Lake, is a significant local government-owned dam located in Scottsburg, Indiana. Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans 905 feet in length, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along Kimberlin Creek. With a storage capacity of 2966 acre-feet and a normal storage of 176 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Despite being rated as having a high hazard potential, Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 is currently in fair condition and undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 120 feet. While the risk assessment for this dam is moderate, the local regulatory agency (IDNR) ensures that necessary enforcement and inspection measures are in place to mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Stucker Fork Dam No. 8 to be a fascinating example of engineering for flood risk reduction in the region. As a vital infrastructure managed by local government authorities, this dam highlights the importance of maintaining and regulating water resources to protect communities and the environment from potential hazards. Its strategic location and design make it a crucial component of the water management system in Scottsburg, Indiana, showcasing the intersection of infrastructure, water resources, and climate resilience in action.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

905

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

KIMBERLIN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

48

Hydraulic Height

34

Drainage Area

6.66

Nid Storage

2966

Structural Height

34

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

High

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.