Griggs Lake Dam, also known as Terre Haute Gas Company Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Vigo, Indiana.
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Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 385 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, providing a surface area of 6.8 acres for outdoor activities.
Situated on an unnamed tributary of Thompson Ditch, Griggs Lake Dam is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a hazard potential rated as high and a fair condition assessment, the dam poses moderate risk according to the latest evaluation. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve its recreational purpose, offering a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Although the dam lacks certain features such as outlet gates and locks, its uncontrolled spillway with a width of 22 feet allows for a maximum discharge of 46 cubic feet per second. With Larry Bucshon representing the area in Congress, the dam remains a notable landmark in the region, attracting visitors for leisure activities and serving as a reminder of the intersection between human engineering and natural water systems.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
385 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY THOMPSON DITCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
82 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Wabash River At Terre Haute
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2380cfs |
Big Raccoon Creek At Coxville
|
100cfs |
Eel River At Bowling Green
|
145cfs |
Wabash River At Montezuma
|
2160cfs |
Wabash River At Riverton Ind
|
2610cfs |
Mill Creek Near Cataract
|
29cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Camp Wildwood
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Hawthorne County Park
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Fowler County Park
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