Panther Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Panther Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 98.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 456 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00643 |
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
INDIANA KENTUCKY ELECTRIC CORPORATION
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Panther Creek Dam?
Panther Creek 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 Panther Creek Dam?
Panther Creek Dam is owned by INDIANA KENTUCKY ELECTRIC CORPORATION (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Panther Creek Dam built?
Panther Creek Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Panther Creek Dam?
Panther Creek Dam has a dam height of 70 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 Panther Creek Dam last inspected?
Panther Creek Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.