Lake Gallimore Dam, also known as Boggs Creek Dam No.1, is a Federal-owned structure located in Loogootee, Indiana.
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Built in 1962 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the US Navy, this Earth-type dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Boggs Creek. With a height of 26 feet and a length of 890 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 6,740 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 102 acres.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 870 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 21,982 cubic feet per second. Despite its significant hazard potential, Lake Gallimore Dam is currently in satisfactory condition, as assessed during the last inspection in June 2021. The dam is not regulated by the state of Indiana and has not been modified since its completion, reflecting its stable and reliable infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the strategic design and operational efficiency of Lake Gallimore Dam in mitigating flood risks along Boggs Creek. As a key component of the flood control system in Martin County, Indiana, this dam exemplifies the collaboration between federal agencies and local stakeholders to ensure the safety and resilience of the surrounding community. Its location, capacity, and maintenance history make Lake Gallimore Dam a noteworthy structure for those interested in sustainable water management practices and climate adaptation strategies.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
890 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
BOGGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
102 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
41.7 |
Nid Storage |
6740 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
26 |
East Fork White River At Shoals
|
2030cfs |
White River At Newberry
|
1050cfs |
Patoka River At Jasper
|
756cfs |
East Fork White River Near Bedford
|
1420cfs |
White River Above Petersburg
|
1220cfs |
White River At Petersburg
|
3540cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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West Boggs Park
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Martin State Forest
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Crane MWR Military
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Montgomery Rec Park
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