Felmont Oil Co. Dam
Key Takeaway
Felmont Oil Co. Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 91.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 535 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00096 |
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
GRANT WEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Felmont Oil Co. Dam?
Felmont Oil Co. 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 Felmont Oil Co. Dam?
Felmont Oil Co. Dam is owned by GRANT WEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Felmont Oil Co. Dam built?
Felmont Oil Co. Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Felmont Oil Co. Dam?
Felmont Oil Co. Dam 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 Felmont Oil Co. Dam?
Felmont Oil Co. Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Felmont Oil Co. Dam last inspected?
Felmont Oil Co. Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.