Squaw Creek Slurry Pond Dam D Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Squaw Creek Slurry Pond Dam D, located in Warrick County, Indiana, was completed in 1985 and stands at a height of 30 feet with a length of 1500 feet.
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Summary
This privately owned Earth-type dam serves a primary purpose classified as "Other" with a storage capacity of 460 acre-feet. Despite being non-regulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
The dam, situated along Squaw Creek, does not have a spillway and has not undergone any modifications since its completion. With a history of infrequent inspections and a lack of state enforcement, the structure's emergency action plan and risk management measures remain unspecified. While the dam's risk assessment and management details are yet to be determined, it continues to operate with low hazard potential and limited regulatory oversight.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Squaw Creek Slurry Pond Dam D offers a fascinating case study of a privately owned Earth-type dam in Indiana with unique characteristics and limited state intervention. The dam's historical data, including storage capacity, construction year, and hazard potential, provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with managing water resources in a changing climate. Despite its low hazard potential and unregulated status, the dam's condition assessment and emergency preparedness remain areas of interest for further study and potential improvements in risk management practices.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
30 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
460 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pigeon Creek Near Fort Branch
|
1cfs |
Patoka River At Winslow
|
718cfs |
Patoka River Near Princeton
|
872cfs |
Big Creek Near Wadesville
|
1cfs |
White River At Petersburg
|
3110cfs |
Wabash River At Mt. Carmel
|
5920cfs |
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.
Squaw Creek Slurry Pond Dam D
Saint John Road, Elberfeld