Mount Zion Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Millark Millpond Dam Lake Manitou Dam
Last Updated: December 27, 2025
Mount Zion Millpond Dam in Indiana is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1932, this multi-arch dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a length of 417 feet, creating a storage capacity of 294 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Mill Creek in Fulton County, Indiana, within the Detroit District.
With a fair condition assessment and a significant hazard potential, Mount Zion Millpond Dam poses a risk level of High (2). The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, which could contribute to its hazard potential. The last inspection in 2016 revealed that the structure requires periodic assessments to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mount Zion Millpond Dam offers a unique case study of a historic dam with recreational significance and potential risks associated with its condition and design. Located in a scenic area with a rich natural landscape, the dam's management and maintenance are crucial for ensuring both public safety and environmental sustainability. Ongoing monitoring and risk assessment are essential to address the challenges posed by this dam and to protect the surrounding ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
1932 |
Dam Length |
417 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK |
Surface Area |
27 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
25.13 |
Nid Storage |
294 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Eel River Near Logansport
|
159cfs |
Wabash River At Peru
|
211cfs |
Eel River At North Manchester
|
99cfs |
Wabash River At Logansport
|
420cfs |
Wabash River At Wabash
|
139cfs |
Tippecanoe River At Winamac
|
290cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Mount Zion Millpond Dam