Goldeneye Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Goldeneye Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,147 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 343 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 420 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00240 |
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
INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Goldeneye Pond Dam?
Goldeneye Pond 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 Goldeneye Pond Dam?
Goldeneye Pond Dam is owned by INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goldeneye Pond Dam built?
Goldeneye Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Goldeneye Pond Dam?
Goldeneye Pond 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 Goldeneye Pond Dam?
Goldeneye Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Goldeneye Pond Dam last inspected?
Goldeneye Pond Dam was last inspected on October 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.