Persimmon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Persimmon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 585 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 355 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,310 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03535 |
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 Schafstall
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Persimmon Lake Dam?
Persimmon 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 Persimmon Lake Dam?
Persimmon Lake Dam is owned by Rick Schafstall (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Persimmon Lake Dam built?
Persimmon Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Persimmon Lake Dam?
Persimmon 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 Persimmon Lake Dam?
Persimmon Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Persimmon Lake Dam last inspected?
Persimmon Lake Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.