Floyds Knobs Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Floyds Knobs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 328 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00635 |
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
Dick Henderson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Floyds Knobs Lake Dam?
Floyds Knobs Lake Dam 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 Floyds Knobs Lake Dam?
Floyds Knobs Lake Dam is owned by Dick Henderson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Floyds Knobs Lake Dam built?
Floyds Knobs Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Floyds Knobs Lake Dam?
Floyds Knobs Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Floyds Knobs Lake Dam?
Floyds Knobs Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Floyds Knobs Lake Dam last inspected?
Floyds Knobs Lake Dam was last inspected on January 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.