Busseron Dam No. B-2 dam
Busseron Dam No. B-2
Busseron Dam No. B-2, also known as Raymond Alsman Ridge, is a key structure in flood risk reduction along Robbins Branch in Sullivan, Indiana. Owned by the local government, this earth dam designed by USDA NRCS stands at a height of 21 feet and stretches 630 feet in length. Completed in 1971, it provides a maximum storage of 406 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 1.33 square miles.
Despite its importance in mitigating flooding, Busseron Dam No. B-2 is facing challenges with a poor condition assessment as of August 2011. With a hazard potential rated as low and a high risk assessment of 2, there is a pressing need for maintenance and improvements to ensure its continued effectiveness. The last inspection in December 2017 highlighted the need for attention, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and upkeep to address any potential risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding community.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and advocate for the maintenance and enhancement of critical infrastructure like Busseron Dam No. B-2. By staying informed about its condition, advocating for necessary repairs and improvements, and ensuring that proper emergency protocols are in place, we can help safeguard our water resources and communities in the face of changing climate patterns and potential natural disasters.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Busseron Dam No. B-2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Busseron Creek Near Carlisle | 1,810 cfs | → |
| Wabash River At Riverton Ind | 16,100 cfs | → |
| White River At Newberry | 28,900 cfs | → |
| Embarras River At Lawrenceville | 11,100 cfs | → |
| Eel River At Bowling Green | 2,600 cfs | → |
| Wabash River At Terre Haute | 11,200 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Busseron Dam No. B-2.
Boat launches
- Sullivan County
- County Road 450 East 871-1999, Sullivan
- North Co Road 300 East, Sullivan
- South Co Road 825 East, Dugger
Campgrounds
- Sullivan County Park
- Res 26 - Greene - Sullivan State Forest
- Greene - Sullivan State Forest
- Sunset City Park
- Robinson City Park
- Fowler County Park
Track Busseron Dam No. B-2 in the Snoflo app
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About Busseron Dam No. B-2
Where does the data for Busseron Dam No. B-2 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Busseron Dam No. B-2.