Located in Marion, Indiana, the Pogues Run Dam serves as a crucial piece of infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the Pogues Run river.
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Built in 1998, this earthen dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 600 feet in length, offering a storage capacity of 572 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 33 acres. Despite its high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in August 2018.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, the Pogues Run Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. While its spillway type is categorized as uncontrolled, the dam has demonstrated a moderate risk level (3) according to a recent risk assessment. With its strategic location and purposeful design, the Pogues Run Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents and infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
POGUES RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Drainage Area |
4.9 |
Nid Storage |
572 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
24 |