Little Wetwater
Key Takeaway
Little Wetwater is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03184 |
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
JOHN KINNAMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Wetwater?
Little Wetwater 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 Little Wetwater?
Little Wetwater is owned by JOHN KINNAMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Wetwater built?
Little Wetwater was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Little Wetwater?
Little Wetwater serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Wetwater?
Little Wetwater 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 Little Wetwater last inspected?
Little Wetwater was last inspected on June 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.