Glendora Dam
Key Takeaway
Glendora Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 13.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,465 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03337 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glendora Dam?
Glendora 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 Glendora Dam?
Glendora Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glendora Dam built?
Glendora Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Glendora Dam?
Glendora 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 Glendora Dam?
Glendora Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Glendora Dam last inspected?
Glendora Dam was last inspected on October 30, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.