Pritchard Dam
Key Takeaway
Pritchard Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 504 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03956 |
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
ANDREW PRITCHARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pritchard Dam?
Pritchard 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 Pritchard Dam?
Pritchard Dam is owned by ANDREW PRITCHARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pritchard Dam built?
Pritchard Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Pritchard Dam?
Pritchard 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 Pritchard Dam?
Pritchard 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 Pritchard Dam last inspected?
Pritchard Dam was last inspected on December 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.