Seed Tick Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Seed Tick Dam, also known as Boggs Creek Dam No.


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Summary

2, is a federal-owned structure located on Seed Tick Creek in Martin, Indiana. Built in 1962 by the US Navy for flood risk reduction, the dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 715 feet, with a storage capacity of 1751 acre-feet. The dam is primarily made of earth and stone materials, with a rock foundation, and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 221 feet.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Seed Tick Dam has a moderate risk rating. The dam is not state-regulated or permitted, with inspections and operations handled by the US Navy. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 7.5 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 7276 cubic feet per second. The dam's purpose is solely for flood risk reduction, and it serves as an essential structure in managing water resources in the region.

Overall, Seed Tick Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding, with its strategic location on Seed Tick Creek. Managed and funded by the US Navy, the dam's design and construction were overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. With its notable history and impact on water resource management, Seed Tick Dam stands as a testament to proactive flood risk reduction measures in Indiana.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

715

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

SEED TICK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

7.5

Nid Storage

1751

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.