Stucker Fork Dam No. 69 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Located in Scott, Indiana, the Stucker Fork Dam No.


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Summary

69, also known as Shaw Lake Dam, was completed in 1983 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. This earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 640 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 225 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Stick Run, a tributary of the Ohio River, and serves to regulate water flow in the area.

With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 0.48 square miles, the Stucker Fork Dam No. 69 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. The dam is state-regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with a moderate risk level.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the Stucker Fork Dam No. 69 as a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction and recreation in the area. Its construction and maintenance reflect a commitment to sustainable water management practices, contributing to the overall resilience of the region's water resources in the face of changing climatic conditions.

Year Completed

1983

Dam Length

640

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

STICK RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Drainage Area

0.48

Nid Storage

225

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.