Kickapoo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kickapoo Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 91.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 2,750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 378 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,335 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00446 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kickapoo Lake Dam?
Kickapoo Lake 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 Kickapoo Lake Dam?
Kickapoo Lake Dam is owned by DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kickapoo Lake Dam built?
Kickapoo Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Kickapoo Lake Dam?
Kickapoo Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kickapoo Lake Dam?
Kickapoo Lake Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Kickapoo Lake Dam last inspected?
Kickapoo Lake Dam was last inspected on June 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.