Gordon T. Anderson Dam
Key Takeaway
Gordon T. Anderson Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 505 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 309 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03901 |
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
Gordon and Daphne Anderson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gordon T. Anderson Dam?
Gordon T. Anderson 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 Gordon T. Anderson Dam?
Gordon T. Anderson Dam is owned by Gordon and Daphne Anderson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gordon T. Anderson Dam built?
Gordon T. Anderson Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Gordon T. Anderson Dam?
Gordon T. Anderson Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gordon T. Anderson Dam?
Gordon T. Anderson Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Gordon T. Anderson Dam last inspected?
Gordon T. Anderson Dam was last inspected on January 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.