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14-27-7.5-2. “Hazard Classification System”

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, “hazard classification system” means a rating assigned to a structure by the department based on: (1) the height of the structure and the volume of water impounded by the structure; and (2) the force of the water and the likely consequences resulting from the uncontrolled release of its […]

14-27-7.5-3. “Height”

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, “height” means the vertical dimension of a structure as measured from the lowest point in the natural streambed or watercourse under the centerline of the structure to the top of the structure. As added by P.L.148-2002, SEC.15.

14-27-7.5-4. “Owner”

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, “owner” means an individual, a firm, a partnership, a copartnership, a lessee, an association, a corporation, an executor, an administrator, a trustee, the state, an agency of the state, a municipal corporation, a political subdivision of the state, a legal entity, a drainage district, a levee district, a […]

14-27-7.5-5. “Structure”

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, “structure” means a dam and its appurtenant works. As added by P.L.148-2002, SEC.15.

14-27-7.5-6. “Volume”

Sec. 6. As used in this chapter, “volume” means the amount of water that is impounded by a structure: (1) at or below the elevation of the top of the structure; or (2) at or below the maximum design flood pool elevation; whichever is lower. As added by P.L.148-2002, SEC.15.

14-27-7.5-7. Maintenance, Repair, and Sale; Duties of Owner

Sec. 7. (a) The owner of a structure shall maintain and keep the structure in the state of repair and operating condition required by the following: (1) The exercise of prudence. (2) Due regard for life and property. (3) The application of sound and accepted technical principles. (b) The owner of a structure shall notify […]

14-27-7.5-8. Powers and Duties of Department; Hazard Classifications; Notice

Sec. 8. (a) The department: (1) has, on behalf of the state, jurisdiction and supervision over the maintenance and repair of structures in, on, or along the rivers, streams, and lakes of Indiana; (2) shall exercise care to see that the structures are maintained in a good and sufficient state of repair and operating condition […]