Geist Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateIndiana
CountyMarion
River/StreamFALL CREEK
Coordinates39.90727, -85.98513

Physical Characteristics

NID Height44 ft
Dam Height44 ft
Dam Length1,400 ft
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage60,000 acre-ft
Max Storage60,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage21,180 acre-ft
Surface Area1,687 acres
Drainage Area215 sq mi
Max Discharge99,890 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/26/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDIN00356
Federal IDIN00356
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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