Georgetown Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Georgetown Reservoir Dam is classified as unknown in Indiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 88.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00023 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Gary and Ruth Gilmore
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Georgetown Reservoir Dam?
Georgetown Reservoir Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Georgetown Reservoir Dam?
Georgetown Reservoir Dam is owned by Gary and Ruth Gilmore (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Georgetown Reservoir Dam built?
Georgetown Reservoir Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Georgetown Reservoir Dam?
Georgetown Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Georgetown Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Georgetown Reservoir Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.