Mollenkramer Reservoir Dam
Mollenkramer Reservoir Dam is an earth dam located in Ripley County, Indiana, built in 1930. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a poor condition assessment.
About Mollenkramer Reservoir Dam
The primary purpose of Mollenkramer Reservoir Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Batesville Water And Gas Utility (local government). It impounds the Bobs Creek.
The dam stands 22 feet tall and stretches 310 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 34 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 229 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 6 square miles. Completed in 1930, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated poor, meaning the dam has recognized safety deficiencies that require remediation to address risks. The most recent inspection on record was 01/29/2018.
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Location
| State | Indiana |
| County | Ripley |
| River/Stream | Bobs Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.27710, -85.21240 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 729 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | BATESVILLE WATER AND GAS UTILITY |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 01/29/2018 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | IN00400 |
| Federal ID | IN00400 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |