Kenninger Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kenninger Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 199 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00111 |
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
ROBERT AND CONSTANCE KENNINGER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kenninger Lake Dam?
Kenninger Lake 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 Kenninger Lake Dam?
Kenninger Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT AND CONSTANCE KENNINGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kenninger Lake Dam built?
Kenninger Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Kenninger Lake Dam?
Kenninger Lake 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 Kenninger Lake Dam?
Kenninger Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Kenninger Lake Dam last inspected?
Kenninger Lake Dam was last inspected on December 3, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.