Stanfield Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jacobi Dam Nygaard Duckpond
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Stanfield Dam, located in Jackson, Indiana, is a Federal-owned structure managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Summary
Built in 1980 by Miller, Wihry & Lee, Inc., the earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a hydraulic height of 21 feet. With a capacity of 2080 acre-feet, the dam primarily serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential habitat for aquatic life in the area.
The dam has a surface area of 135 acres and a drainage area of 2.7 square miles, with a spillway width of 38 feet. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety and integrity. The outlet gates consist of a slide (sluice gate), and the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 6889 cubic feet per second.
Overall, Stanfield Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting wildlife in the region. Its construction and maintenance by the Fish and Wildlife Service demonstrate a commitment to conservation and environmental stewardship, making it a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate and study.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1525 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
STORM CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
135 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
2.7 |
Nid Storage |
2080 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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