Reservoir #29 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Reservoir #29, located in Sullivan, Indiana, is a state-owned recreational reservoir completed in 1935 with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities for the local community.
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Summary
With a dam height of 50 feet and a storage capacity of 401 acre-feet, this reservoir covers a surface area of 24 acres and is fed by an unnamed tributary of Brewer Ditch. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the reservoir is considered to have a high risk due to potential climate-related challenges.
Managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Reservoir #29 is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. The reservoir's last inspection in 2018 deemed its condition as fair, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every five years. While the reservoir currently lacks a spillway and outlet gates, its risk management measures and emergency action plan are not clearly defined, raising concerns about its ability to handle potential climate-related emergencies.
As a vital water resource in the region, Reservoir #29's risk assessment and management strategies need to be further developed to address potential climate-related challenges and ensure the safety and sustainability of its recreational and environmental functions. With its location in a high-risk area and limited infrastructure for emergency response, stakeholders and authorities must prioritize the implementation of comprehensive risk management measures to protect this valuable water resource and the surrounding community from potential climate impacts.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
2510 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BREWER DITCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
401 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
50 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Busseron Creek Near Carlisle
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452cfs |
White River At Newberry
|
2530cfs |
Wabash River At Riverton Ind
|
1870cfs |
Eel River At Bowling Green
|
145cfs |
Embarras River At Lawrenceville
|
120cfs |
White River Above Petersburg
|
1220cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Greene - Sullivan State Forest
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Res 26 - Greene - Sullivan State Forest
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Sunset City Park
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Sullivan County Park
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Reservoir #29
County Road 600, Dugger