Perrine Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Perrine Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 308 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00068 |
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
ART RECKMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perrine Lake Dam?
Perrine 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 Perrine Lake Dam?
Perrine Lake Dam is owned by ART RECKMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perrine Lake Dam built?
Perrine Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Perrine Lake Dam?
Perrine Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Perrine Lake Dam?
Perrine Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Perrine Lake Dam last inspected?
Perrine Lake Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.