Kivett Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kivett Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 38.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 104 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00665 |
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
PUBLIC/PRIVATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kivett Lake Dam?
Kivett 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 Kivett Lake Dam?
Kivett Lake Dam is owned by PUBLIC/PRIVATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kivett Lake Dam built?
Kivett 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 Kivett Lake Dam?
Kivett 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 Kivett Lake Dam?
Kivett Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Kivett Lake Dam last inspected?
Kivett Lake Dam was last inspected on August 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.