Johnson Heights Dam, also known as Lake Niconzah Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Wabash, Indiana.
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Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 24.5 feet and has a length of 420 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 7 acres and a normal storage capacity of 31 acre-feet. Situated on an unnamed tributary of the Mississinewa River, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 revealed poor conditions, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential improvements. The structure lacks a spillway and outlet gates, posing some risks in the event of high discharge levels. With a high risk rating of 2, there is a pressing need for risk management measures to be put in place to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam, as well as the surrounding communities that rely on it for water resource management and recreational activities. As a site regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, ongoing inspections and enforcement are crucial to address the dam's current condition and mitigate potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
24.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY MISSISSINEWA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Structural Height |
24.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Wabash River At Wabash
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145cfs |
Wabash River At Peru
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215cfs |
Mississinewa River At Marion
|
83cfs |
Wildcat Creek Near Jerome
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2cfs |
Eel River Near Logansport
|
159cfs |
Wildcat Creek At Kokomo
|
16cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Mississinewa Lake - Miami Recreation Area
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Wabash City RV Park
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Wabash River Camp
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