Cordry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cordry Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 120 ft (taller than 99.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 169 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,071 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00016 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Joe Quackenbush
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cordry Lake Dam?
Cordry Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cordry Lake Dam?
Cordry Lake Dam is owned by Joe Quackenbush (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cordry Lake Dam built?
Cordry Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Cordry Lake Dam?
Cordry Lake Dam has a dam height of 120 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 Cordry Lake Dam last inspected?
Cordry Lake Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.