Palmyra Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Palmyra Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 35.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,473 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00444 |
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
WADE ABLES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Palmyra Lake Dam?
Palmyra 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 Palmyra Lake Dam?
Palmyra Lake Dam is owned by WADE ABLES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palmyra Lake Dam built?
Palmyra Lake Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Palmyra Lake Dam?
Palmyra 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 Palmyra Lake Dam?
Palmyra Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Palmyra Lake Dam last inspected?
Palmyra Lake Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.