Glen Davidson
Key Takeaway
Glen Davidson is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 640 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03608 |
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
GLEN DAVIDSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glen Davidson?
Glen Davidson 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 Glen Davidson?
Glen Davidson is owned by GLEN DAVIDSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Glen Davidson?
Glen Davidson 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 Glen Davidson?
Glen Davidson has a dam height of 25 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 Glen Davidson last inspected?
Glen Davidson was last inspected on January 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.