Williams Dam (In-Channel) dam
Williams Dam (In-Channel)
Williams Dam (In-Channel) in Indiana, completed in 1910, stands as a significant water resource structure with a height of 15 feet and a length of 362 feet, providing a storage capacity of 5333 acre-feet. Situated in Lawrence County, Indiana, this dam serves a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for its condition. The dam's primary purpose and associated structures remain unspecified, but it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite being a state-owned structure, Williams Dam (In-Channel) is not regulated or inspected by the state agency, showcasing its unique operational framework. With a maximum discharge capacity of 4800 cubic feet per second, the dam holds importance in flood control and water management efforts in the area. The last inspection of the dam took place in 2008, and its Emergency Action Plan status remains undisclosed, highlighting the need for updated risk assessment and management measures.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Williams Dam (In-Channel) presents an intriguing case study of a historic water infrastructure that continues to play a vital role in the region's water management practices. With its storage capacity, discharge capabilities, and low hazard potential, the dam signifies the intersection of engineering ingenuity and environmental stewardship. As discussions around dam safety and resilience gain momentum, understanding the nuances of structures like Williams Dam can provide valuable insights into sustainable water resource management strategies for the future.
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 Williams Dam (In-Channel) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork White River At Shoals | 9,500 cfs | → |
| East Fork White River Near Bedford | 5,720 cfs | → |
| White River At Newberry | 11,200 cfs | → |
| Patoka River At Jasper | 221 cfs | → |
| West Fork Blue River At Salem | 1,260 cfs | → |
| North Fork Salt Creek At Nashville | 3,760 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Williams Dam (In-Channel).
Boat launches
- Martin County
- South Co Road 550 West 3941-4299, Paoli
- Monroe County
- East Stipp Road Monroe County
- County Road 1075 West, French Lick
- Indiana 145 7772, French Lick
Campgrounds
- Martin State Forest
- Crane Mwr Military
- Spring Mill State Park
- Campground
- West Boggs Park
- Stone Creek Campground & Trails
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- State Road 56 Bridge To Forest Purchase Boundary At Roland, In
- State Road 337 Bridge To State Road 56 Bridge At Prospect, In
- Junction Of North/South Forks Of Lost River To State Road 337 Bridge, Approx 4 Miles Southeast Of Orleans, In
- City Limits Of English, In To Carnes Mill Site In Ne1/4ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T3s, R1w
- Carnes Mill Site To 7.65 Miles Above Confluece With Ohio River At Confluence With Turkey Creek
Track Williams Dam (In-Channel) in the Snoflo app
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About Williams Dam (In-Channel)
Where does the data for Williams Dam (In-Channel) 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 Williams Dam (In-Channel).