Kess Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kess Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 217 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03422 |
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
Gwen Johnson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kess Lake Dam?
Kess 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 Kess Lake Dam?
Kess Lake Dam is owned by Gwen Johnson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kess Lake Dam built?
Kess Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Kess Lake Dam?
Kess Lake 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 Kess Lake Dam last inspected?
Kess Lake Dam was last inspected on May 16, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.