Monroe Dam, also known as Monroe Lake, is a rockfill dam located in Monroe, Indiana, along the Salt Creek.
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Constructed in 1965 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction, but also supports recreation and water supply purposes. With a structural height of 93 feet and a hydraulic height of 89 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 441,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 10,750 acres.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 600 feet, is uncontrolled, and it has three vertical lift outlet gates. Monroe Dam has a high hazard potential and undergoes inspections every five years, with emergency action plans prepared and regularly updated. The US Army Corps of Engineers implements risk management measures to monitor the dam's condition, address flood risks, and collaborate with local emergency managers to ensure preparedness and response in case of a dam-related emergency. Despite the efforts in place, the dam does not eliminate all flood risks, especially during severe weather events that may lead to dam releases or issues.
Overall, Monroe Dam stands as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, supported by the diligent efforts of the US Army Corps of Engineers in managing and maintaining its operations to safeguard surrounding communities and water resources.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1350 |
River Or Stream |
SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
10750 |
Hydraulic Height |
89 |
Drainage Area |
441 |
Nid Storage |
441000 |
Structural Height |
93 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0, Vertical Lift - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
93 |
East Fork White River Near Bedford
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2360cfs |
North Fork Salt Creek At Nashville
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24cfs |
White River At Newberry
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1660cfs |
East Fork White River At Shoals
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3340cfs |
Mill Creek Near Cataract
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12cfs |
East Fork White River At Seymour Ind
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1230cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pine Loop campground
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Hardin Ridge
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Ransburg Scout Reservation
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Tent Area D
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Tent Area C
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Tent Area E
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