Troxel Run Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Troxel Run Dam in LaGrange, Indiana, is a state-regulated structure designed by the U.S.


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Summary

Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service for the primary purpose of creating a fish and wildlife pond. Completed in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 11.9 feet and has a length of 200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet. Situated on an unnamed tributary of the Pigeon River, the dam has a surface area of 44.8 acres and serves as a crucial habitat for local flora and fauna.

Despite its low hazard potential, Troxel Run Dam is currently assessed as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in 2009. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 12 feet and has no outlet gates. With a moderate risk assessment rating, there is a need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this important water resource structure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the maintenance and improvements of Troxel Run Dam is crucial to its long-term sustainability and impact on the surrounding ecosystem.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

11.9

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY PIGEON RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

44.8

Drainage Area

3

Nid Storage

230

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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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.