Millark Millpond Dam, located on Mill Creek in Fulton, Indiana, is a concrete multi-arch structure with a height of 12 feet and a length of 370 feet.
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Built in 1940 for recreational purposes, the dam has a storage capacity of 159 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.3 acres. Despite its age, the dam is in poor condition and has a significant hazard potential, with a high risk assessment rating.
Managed by a private owner, the dam is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in January 2020. The dam does not have a spillway and lacks outlet gates, posing challenges in managing water flow and flood risk. With a high risk of failure, stakeholders and enthusiasts for water resources and climate are keeping a close eye on Millark Millpond Dam to ensure adequate safety measures are in place and to prevent any potential environmental impacts in the event of a breach.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
370 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
7.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
18.05 |
Nid Storage |
159 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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