Kimberly Lake
Key Takeaway
Kimberly Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 923 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00108 |
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
EDWARD DONALDSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kimberly Lake?
Kimberly Lake 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 Kimberly Lake?
Kimberly Lake is owned by EDWARD DONALDSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kimberly Lake built?
Kimberly Lake was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Kimberly Lake?
Kimberly Lake 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 Kimberly Lake?
Kimberly Lake has a dam height of 35 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 Kimberly Lake last inspected?
Kimberly Lake was last inspected on March 19, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.