Perkinson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Perkinson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 766 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00191 |
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
LEON PERKINSON TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perkinson Lake Dam?
Perkinson 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 Perkinson Lake Dam?
Perkinson Lake Dam is owned by LEON PERKINSON TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perkinson Lake Dam built?
Perkinson Lake Dam 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 Perkinson Lake Dam?
Perkinson Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Perkinson Lake Dam?
Perkinson Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Perkinson Lake Dam last inspected?
Perkinson Lake Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.