Patterson Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Patterson Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03572 |
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
Rick and Barbara Patterson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Patterson Park Lake Dam?
Patterson Park 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 Patterson Park Lake Dam?
Patterson Park Lake Dam is owned by Rick and Barbara Patterson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Patterson Park Lake Dam?
Patterson Park 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 Patterson Park Lake Dam?
Patterson Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Patterson Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Patterson Park Lake Dam was last inspected on December 3, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.