Dams in Rush County, Indiana
3Total Dams
0High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Rush County, Indiana
Rush County has 3 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 2 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Rush County is 60 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is Upper Big Blue River Structure No. 3 at 54 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Big Blue River Structure No. 3 | Significant | Fair | 54 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1974 |
| Upper Big Blue River Structure No. 2 | Significant | Poor | 35 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1972 |
| Frank Alexander Lake Dam | Low | Poor | 23 | Other | 1950 |