Jarrett Dam
Key Takeaway
Jarrett Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00541 |
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
WILLIAM M. WAYMIRE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jarrett Dam?
Jarrett 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 Jarrett Dam?
Jarrett Dam is owned by WILLIAM M. WAYMIRE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jarrett Dam built?
Jarrett Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Jarrett Dam?
Jarrett 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 Jarrett Dam?
Jarrett Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Jarrett Dam last inspected?
Jarrett Dam was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.