Located in Vanderburgh, Indiana, Schnacke Lake Number 4 Dam stands as a pivotal structure regulating the flow of an unnamed tributary of Locust Creek.
Wind
Humidity
This private-owned dam primarily serves a recreational purpose, offering a serene 2-acre surface area for water enthusiasts to enjoy. Standing at a height of 40 feet and stretching 540 feet in length, the earth dam poses a significant hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment and high-risk classification.
Despite its recreational focus, the dam's condition and risk assessment raise concerns about its long-term sustainability and safety. With a history of poor maintenance and a significant hazard potential, Schnacke Lake Number 4 Dam requires immediate attention and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the preservation of the local ecosystem. Further inspections and potential rehabilitation efforts may be necessary to address the dam's current state and mitigate any potential risks associated with its continued operation.
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
40 |
Big Creek Near Wadesville
|
2cfs |
Pigeon Creek Near Fort Branch
|
6cfs |
Wabash River At New Harmony
|
6230cfs |
Patoka River Near Princeton
|
876cfs |
Wabash River At Mt. Carmel
|
5960cfs |
Little Wabash River At Carmi
|
90cfs |