Delaney Creek Dam No. 12 Dam
Delaney Creek Dam No. 12
Delaney Creek Dam No. 12, located in Millport, Indiana, is a crucial structure designed for flood risk reduction along an unnamed tributary of Delaney Creek. Built in 1982 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches 314 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 147 acre-feet, this dam serves to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding, especially during periods of high discharge reaching up to 2400 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Delaney Creek Dam No. 12 is assessed to be in fair condition as of 2007. Inspected every two years, this dam is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and meets state permitting and inspection requirements. The dam features a slide gate outlet and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet. With a risk assessment rating of moderate, efforts are made to ensure the dam’s integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Delaney Creek Dam No. 12 an intriguing structure, showcasing the collaboration between local government and federal agencies in managing flood risk in the region. The dam serves as a vital tool in protecting the area from potential inundation, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and inspection practices to ensure its continued effectiveness. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Delaney Creek Dam No. 12 play a crucial role in mitigating the risks associated with extreme weather events and safeguarding communities against flooding.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Delaney Creek Dam No. 12 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| West Fork Blue River At Salem | 5 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Fredericksburg | 124 cfs | → |
| Muscatatuck River Near Deputy | 13 cfs | → |
| East Fork White River At Seymour Ind | 1,050 cfs | → |
| East Fork White River Near Bedford | 1,620 cfs | → |
| Silver Creek Near Sellersburg | 41 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Delaney Creek Dam No. 12.
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About Delaney Creek Dam No. 12
Where does the data for Delaney Creek Dam No. 12 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.