Delaney Creek Dam No.
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14, located in Washington County, Indiana, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along an unnamed tributary of Delaney Creek. Constructed in 1982 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth-type dam stands at 31 feet tall and stretches 320 feet in length. With a maximum storage capacity of 85 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 27 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in mitigating potential flood hazards within the area.
Despite its significant role in flood risk management, Delaney Creek Dam No. 14 has been assessed to be in poor condition as of August 2007, with a high hazard potential. The dam has undergone inspections every two years, with the last inspection conducted in September 2018. While the risk assessment categorizes the dam's risk level as moderate, the condition assessment highlights the urgency of necessary maintenance and rehabilitation efforts to ensure the dam's continued effectiveness in safeguarding the local community from potential flooding events. For water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area, the upkeep and enhancement of Delaney Creek Dam No. 14 are paramount for sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY DELANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
85 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Delaney Creek Park
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Starve Hollow State Rec Area
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Clark State Forest
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Jackson - Washington State Forest
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