Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 11.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03115 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Ken Tretter
Private
Nearby Dams
Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 1
Pike, IN
Low Hazard 30 ftOlinger Lake
Pike, IN
Low Hazard 43 ftOxley Lake Dam
Pike, IN
Low Hazard 22 ftCool Spring Lake Dam
Pike, IN
Significant Hazard 37 ftYellow Banks Lake Dam
Warrick, IN
Low Hazard 32 ftLake Molly Dam
Pike, IN
Low Hazard 23 ftLake Frank
Pike, IN
Low Hazard 26 ftLake Edward Dam
Pike, IN
Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2?
Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2?
Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2 is owned by Ken Tretter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2?
Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2?
Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2 last inspected?
Abbott Coal Co. Dam No. 2 was last inspected on September 11, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.